The Morning Brief South Capital: Kerala Rising
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Aug 1, 2025 
P. Rajeev, Kerala's Law Minister, shares insights on the state's ambitious plans to attract investments while maintaining its commitment to sustainability and social equity. He discusses Kerala's transformation into a knowledge-based economy, the impact of its historic focus on education and healthcare, and the challenges posed by land scarcity. Rajeev also highlights Kerala's unique appeal for investors, including a skilled workforce and successful partnerships, as well as reforms aimed at easing business operations.
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Kerala’s Model Links Social & Economic Growth
- Kerala's social development in education and healthcare preceded and stimulated its economic growth.
- This unique strategy led to Kerala's high literacy, life expectancy, and per capita income.
Industrial Policy Focuses On Knowledge Economy
- Focus industrial policy on knowledge-based economy with sectors like IT, AI, medical devices, and maritime clusters.
- Avoid large-scale polluting manufacturing suited for Kerala's ecological sensitivity.
Land Scarcity Shapes Investment Strategy
- Adapt investment promotion to land scarcity by developing industrial parks and vertical factories.
- Prioritize innovation over infrastructure, capital, and labor to attract investors.