Kerala Government to launch digital dashboard for project monitoring

The Kerala government is preparing to launch a state-of-the-art 'digital dashboard' to oversee various ongoing infrastructure and investment projects in the state. According to a Businessline report, this dashboard will be operationalised at the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), with the primary objective of closely monitoring the daily progress of projects following the receipt of government approvals. Announcing this during the Profit Tusker Summit, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan stated that through this new system, the CMO will be able to monitor every milestone of a project daily. If any project is delayed or any obstacle arises, the government will intervene immediately to resolve those issues so that the project can be completed within the stipulated time.

To make the investment process simpler and more transparent, the state government has passed the 'Saral Kerala' Act. Under this law, 19 old laws have been amended to replace the old and complex single-window clearance system. The single approval granted under this new Act will now be considered the final and consolidated authorisation. The Chief Minister emphasised that the government views large investors not as opponents, but as partners in the state's progress. To further strengthen this approach, the government is also implementing a new hospitality policy, under which leading global investors coming to Kerala will be treated as guests of the state and will be personally welcomed at the airport.

On November 18, the state government will complete 6 months of its tenure. On this occasion, at least 10 major development projects will be announced or inaugurated. Additionally, to boost MICE tourism in the state, the government has also announced a plan to establish a flagship International Convention Centre in Kochi. During the summit, the Chief Minister also honoured industrialists who have made significant contributions to the field of industry and entrepreneurship with the prestigious 'Profit Tusker Awards'.

Kerala is a state located on the south-western coast of India, known for its literacy and progressive policies. V.D. Satheesan, as the Chief Minister of Kerala, is leading the state's administrative and economic reforms. In the past, complaints were raised regarding the complex approval processes for various projects in the state, keeping which the government has now attempted to bring administrative ease through digital means and legislative reforms. This new initiative is considered a significant step towards improving the investment climate and accelerating the pace of development in the state.