I agree with a lot of the mentioned points. We do have a problem with employment within the state. A lot of the natural resources are not being put to use. But there are a few things that have to be taken into consideration: 1. Everyone in the state including my 86 year old grandma( born in pre-independent India), my driver & my gardener are all aware of their rights , can read the newspaper. However my young househelp who is from Odisha (born late 90's or early 2000's) has never ever been to school( she should be in college! Very smart young woman). 2. Tapping the ' potential' would mean disrupting our highly protected wildlife habitats.This has to be done with extreme caution and consideration so as to prevent human-wildlife conflict, natural disasters( that come with artificial changes in landscape) as well as exploitation of the low income strata. 3. You must remember we are a Socialist state trying to balance out capitalism, socialism and communism in the best possible way. 4. Now unemployment in our state is actually an adverse effect of our high education levels( which demands a higher pay for a job). We have to rely on migrant workers from North and East Indian states for unskilled work that ranges from farm labour to construction labour, waiting tables at restaurants, housekeeping at hotels, house help, saloon and massage parlour staff.So our people go work abroad or in the metro cities of India( especially industry and IT related works). 5. Our Public health is comparable to the NHS of UK. Our doctors and nurses are world renowned. What we lack in infrastructure we makeup in planning and strategy. A big hand in that is of local politicians and the general public who are well informed. We don't have the mortality rates that most other states in india do. I'm not saying the system is perfect though. What I have seen is that most people don't have insurance and find it hard to pay for their medical expenses and infrastructure definitely needs a facelift. 6. Corruption and political misdemeanor are lower than most other states in india 7. We like our remittances thank you. 8. Kerala never did come forward with a begging bowl after the floods in 2018 or 2019. If anything I think we managed it extremely well. If any disaster along that scale happened in most other states in india the casualties would have been higher , the inequity in relief distribution would have been scandalous and chaos would have ensued atleast initially ( Kerala disaster management model should be part of school curriculum !) 9. Lastly the treasures in Padmanabhaswamy kshethram not being utilised is historic artifact preservation and is not comparable to a temple now being built using tax money. Do you see the Vatican selling Michaelangelo's works? 10.As a woman I would rather be born in Kerala than literally any other state in India ( Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai( the cities) and Goa state aren't bad) 11.With regards to higher education other than the central government run institutions , a lot of the best uni's are in the South. Besides it's good to experience diverse cultures when you are young and be away from home. It's nice to hear constructive criticism, a long way to go. The complexities in the state regarding self-reliance ,industrial development and trade have to be sorted out.
Very good, pointwise, analysis of the youtube video. I think you forgot to mention aspects of growing Communalism and the threat that it brings to social fabric of an "highly educated" Kerala community (recent election results are exemplar of what I want to say). Another point that I want to put forward is about your notion of "high education" seem to point towards the academic degrees rather than the actual concept of "education" which Keralites lack (except for some distorted conceptualization of Marxism, Communism, Socialism, Secularism, democracy, freedom of speech, etc.). What I find amazing is that almost all Keralites those who go out of their state to study, work, earn, settle in another state never ashamed of criticising the place from where they make lot of money just because they don't follow Kerala model. If all the other states followed Kerala model then there would have been no jobs for you in Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi, etc., Also more competition in Gulf countries. We need to be grounded while claiming high standards of governance by not ignoring the cushion that neighbouring states offer. Hope, all "highly educated" community understands this truth and live peacefully.
@@mrhellaboy well definitely all states are unique in their own way and of course you can't make other states follow every single thing which a state follows as no state is perfect. What i'm saying is every state should learn the best from each other. Then if we followed exactly like Delhi then there won't be an inch of fresh air to breathe and that would damage India's face on the world .Another example of Kerala's literate society is the fact that there is no casteism, religious killing, and anti secular activities which is highly followed by the northern states. So education does matter, and the fact a lot of people are living as expatriates is because of hardwork and dedication. And nobody is saying that literacy to be shown as academic intelligence, it is to be shown as the effort of the people to educate their society and to promote knowledge among their children.
@@mrhellaboy could you please tell.. which state in India has 'actual concept of education' ? Or what do you mean by that ? And.. how literacy is measured based on 'actual concept of education' if degrees don't mean anything ?
I am from uttar pradesh, Kerala is beautiful place . But here in UP is like sewage waste . I want to come to Kerala to taste the famous Kerala cow fry and porotta because in UP and my religion not allow.
Kerala and its people are great. It is one of the most progressive States in the Rep of India which to date has not been given a fair shake. It is about time some degree of “autonomy” be granted to Kerala by the Central Government. Good presentation Joe and to hell with your detractors. I have always known Kerala as “God’s Own Country” and I am fortunate to have spent a week in Kochi. FEN UK
@@joe-metricview6035 honestly kerala is really doing great job but still they are too much patriotic because of government. They are kind of ignorant in many ways
@@mohammedyasim6330 Yes, I'm a Keralite and you're right. The tax money stolen by political parties is spent on media for PR works to make "Kerala model" a big thing. Unfortunately, many fell for it and its a way of covering up the pressing issues the state is facing.
@@00B13 of course kerala model is in fact a big thing but people are like ignorant many violate the covid protocol. Even though not a communist I think kerala Govt have done a great job, nipah, 2 floods and at last even this covid they were able to face the disaster...
@@mohammedyasim6330 It's the people bro. Not government. When the flood happened it was ordinary people along with police and rescue personnel that did the job. The fishermen also played the important part in the rescue. All the while, what this government does is take the credit from the ordinary people with PR works. Not to mention the mismanagement of the dams that played a big part in the floods of 2018. That mismanagement got ignored under the heroic tales of rescue. Fishermen were praised for their heroic efforts then but now as sea is reclaiming the coastline, the fishermen homes are being razed and they are left alone struggling to survive. Many homes were destroyed by the sea and the fishermen are complaining no matter what they did during the floods they are now left alone. They are very angry about politicians and the government. So people outside Kerala please try to understand that reality is different than the PR narratives pushed in media to praise government unnecessarily.
Agree to lot of points on how rich Kerala is. I feel that somewhere we don't want others to know that we are rich so that we can avoid them coming to our place and then making us irrelevant. Somehow, people have found solace in going abroad and doing remittances so that their family back in state can progress and they feel proud. Somewhere we just enjoy being a mix of all religions, mix of all political ideologies and we do enjoy the land. Instead of making Kerala a developed state, people prefer to go themselves to a developed place and then having that nostalgic feelings about our naadu and still have that Tharavadu and that parambu instead of the flats. So, maybe invest in Tourism and all other things Kerala is known for, like Spices,Ayurveda,Nature,Farming etc. We Keralites are indeed a different breed and our exposures are different in comparison to any other states in our country throughout world history. Also, every other states have their own issues too. Be easy on self. Things will evolve at its own pace.
Your findings are very well. Iam living in kerala and it's my birth place...the state is less industrial friendly and most industries in kerala are shut down becouse of mass labour strike and even the strike is carried by the government supporting party , the govt keep silence..at last the firm close down... So at present the unemployment rates in kerala is too high becouse of less industries and investment. It's run by the peoples remittance out side india and it's one of the best consumers state.The miss management and corruptions are the other major issues in kerala. The water authority is waiting for dig the road just after finish a new road by PWD. and many govt corporation and boards are the root of miss management. Kerala need a group of professionals and their ideas must need support from politics, that's must help Kerala to make Singapore here.
Your piece of narration is nice to hear. But you missed to propose solution to any of our problems like improving our standard of higher education or reducing our morbidity, polity etc. Do u find the wealth of Padmanabha is the solution to everything? Have you read the recent judgement of the Supreme Court of India in this regard? Welcome with any good suggestions.
Possible solutions : Adopt a more china like model - they shed their traditional Communism and adopted state capitalism . Without Industries, business houses and startups we will never be able to generate enough reliable long term revenue sources . That's the easiest way to reduce govt borrowings ,debts and over reliance on remittance money . Call it the contingency plan of sorts. If not Industries then soft services should be increased.Loosing your professional youngsters to other states and countries is gonna have long term negative impact. Red Tapeism will have to be relaxed or struck down wherever necessary . Unions should not hold unaccounted power or authority . Kerala will never be able to attract investments by industrialists otherwise just like in the case of "Waste" Bengal . All religious institutions should all be compulsorily bought under taxation . Currently only temples are under the preview of govt taxation .
Wealth of temple is not at all a solution. It is a 'dead asset' that is not productive. It just does not create any wealth, no one can eat it, yields no rent or earning while there is costs for security and maintenance. These assets are more like a museum piece. Option of tourism based on those precious items aren't even possible because of the 'sacredness' attached. Even after the Covid situation is over it is not going to happen. So the treasures are more like a burden to society than a boon. Kerala should think hard to get ahead using other strategies. Assets of the temple can only be preserved for showcasing pride / honour heritage for posterity.
Even though the Kerala standard of living is far better than the remaining country, people still give priority to religion/caste when it's election time.
Great analysis Mr Joe. Keralites all over the world can form advisory committees based on their expertise. For eg: we are experts in Special Economic Zone or Freezone as we call in UAE. There are more than 40 freezones in UAE and each Freezone attracts huge investments. We can have a Freezone adjacent to Kochi Airport, to start with. Kerala diaspora themselves will make huge investments since Freezone jurisdiction is an area out of political activities.
Yes, it's Very true now we have to think much bigger. Kerala people are comparing other states in India and we are finding happiness. The truth is our state growth is declining. Comparing with our 1980s and 90s growth rates. As a Malayali, I would like to see our state should compare with other developed countries, not with other states. Of course, we have received good things happing in other states. Has Kerala become 1st state in India. There are slot things to improve. Especially easiness of business and better college with international standards.
Mr Joe. There is a saying in Kerala...patti vaalu pokkumbol ariyam enthinanu ennu. Translated it means when a dog lifts it tail, you know what it intends. First of all the wealth of the Temple does not belong to the state government. So please do not have your eyes on that. It's not only one temple the church is the largest corporate in the state with billions worth of real estate and full coffers. So are the mosques. I did not hear you mention about it.
It is not Patti (dog). Because, dogs do not lift its tail to urinate, it just lifts it leg (assuming male dog). It is Kala (bull/ox) that lifts its tail for elimination. proverb is "Kala vaalu pokkumbol ariyaam thooranao pedukkanaano ennu" Likewise, please try to understand the analogy he is making. He didn't say that the wealth of temple doesn't belong to Hindu community. See, wealth of the temple doesn't translate into prosperity of the temple or the community that it belongs to. It is merely a dead asset that is more like a burden than a boon. No body is having any benefit here. This analogy resembles the state of Kerala in general as well. Almost like a well decked bride in all finery that is affected by malnourishment. Hope you understand.
Lol, Britain has the very same elitist mindset of keeping masses in the dark with many a false promises / income misappropriations /conspiracies. While parties competing for power and subsequent governments try unwittingly to paint a different pretty picture outside to world media (Mostly thanks to our one sided state owned agency the BBC). I guess power will indefinitely remain in the hands of a chosen few and their families always. 🍷 AND THEY KNOW TO WORK THE LITTLE TRICKS TO KEEP IT THAT WAY.. THAT'S LIFE EVERYWHERE ! 😒🤷♀️ major nationalist groups like to rule over the nations and the common man by choosing their elected dictators.
Long coastline, large Backwaters, Rich western Ghats.....So it is True....Future of Kerala is in Tourism.....We can attract tourists through digital marketing.....So future of Kerala is in IT and Tourism....
Arm-chair philosophers are a plenty in this country Mr. Joe. If you could also delve into the solutions related to your criticism of this state of Kerala, your myopic views could be reduced to barely a few points of genuine concern.
Well articulated and nicely presented... The undue benefits politicians get in the state is alarming where the average educational qualification is way high. The partisan politics is really throttling the development. The treasure in the temple is nothing when compared with the untapped potential that lies within...
you spoke so slowly but I managed it by adjusting the playback speed. but anyway nice video. if you look at Kerala's economy we can see that it is mainly focused on the service sector and the unemployment rate is on the rise. I like to suggest few points 1] government should take appropriate steps to diversify the economy 2] promote privatization and an open market. among the general public, there is a false belief that privatization is not good due to the influence of left-wing ideology 3] attract business by making a friendly atmosphere 4] increase transport infrastructure as soon as possible
@@27snehawamankadamxh27 Mr Joe here is talking about some serious social-economic-political issues, but felt such light hearted comments are out of place. I am sure there many such posts on Kerala where such expressions will look good.
= harthals = excess politicalising of every thing = less ease of doing business = non updation of education system = earning member - non earning member ration All these are deeper kerala associated issues which needs to be addressed
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Every point mentioned is right and thank you for pointing out the areas Kerala need to improve. If this video was made with good intension to remind Keralalites that these are the things that draging you behind, you did a great job.
Solution is always the difficult part. To add to ur thoughts kerala has a poverty rate is 7 which is only second to goa. The difference between rich nd poor or poor nd middle class is not that big in Kerala. We have poor people but the percentage of very poor people is less. People without a home in main town is countable in fingers. Nd in my village nd small town near by there is no one without a home. These are also to be mentioned.we dont have lot of jobs for educated people but there is enough jobs for people who just want to survive. If we solve this we can really be a model for many. Distant dream though.
Pls name one little rich state or country which has all the plus points that u enthusiastically stated...kudos for opening up Ur image as we keralites locally term as കള്ളം കുറുക്കൻ for whom the unreachable grapes are sour!!!!
That is not an excuse my friend, if you are looking for excuses nothing will ever improve (Countries like Dubai became great in short span because they want to show the world they can create opportunity locally) . We have always been different from other states by showing the better Kerala model to other states be it literacy or health care. But what is the use of only education no opportunity, no. salary hike. Isn't this the short sitedness and weakness of our elders and govt. Nobody cares how the next generation will survive. Dubai proved it cares for its citizens first not cheap power politics.. Dubai has mature leadership, they don't compare with smaller countries how to improve. No instead they try to learn employee benefits and development based on forieng countries. Tharkutharam or avoiding criticism is just an excuse for saying 'nammade sarkar nannavulla ammava'. We are in the 21st century think of future generations to come. 🤷♀️😒 Ask yourself what is important people's prosperity or only power politics? The world is watching us as we watch the world.
Well said detailed analysis of every nook and corner of our social geographical and political spectrum This is high time for our people to think about an alternative for the existing everyday political comedy for the sake of our future generations
You seem to imply that the solution to all of Kerala's problem is the wealth in the Padmanabha Swamy temple. Why don't you suggest the wealthy church to open up it's coffers too. The agenda becomes clear towards the end.
Thank you Ajith for commenting. Yes, it is an irony for anyone -- church or mosque or even families or individuals -- to be sitting on wealth and remaining poor. No agenda though.
There is nothing new or surprising in your talk. It is all well known and talked about many times. Keralites managed to chase away whatever Industries it had. You could have made some suggestions on how attract investment and create employment opportunities in the state. Education is big business in kerala and you didn't have any suggestions to raise the standard. There is opportunity to reverse the flow and attract students from outside. The massive amount of wealth accumulated by the church and spent on building Grand cathedrals all across kerala is also missed. A lot of groups have eye on the temple wealth. Temple wealth belongs to one community and it is not the panacea to Kerala's problems.
Thank you Byju for the comment. True, giving suggestions is far more difficult that stating a problem. One suggestion in the video is regarding water management.
Is the wealth of the temple from offerings of the devotees alone? In fact, the offerings by devotees may not even constitute 0.001% of the total. That wealth is the wealth of the old rulers transferred to the temple treasury. And the wealth of the old rulers were from tax collected from all the citizens. And what kind of people paid more tax? The Royal family and the priestly class serving the Royal family or other citizen who did not have any clout of power? The tax was squeezed out of the ordinary people. And that is what is in the temple treasury now.
@@abrahamjohn101Not true. In Hinduism offering to Gods is part of worship. The wealthy always donated generously. This happens even today. Look at Thiruppathi and Guruvayoor temples. The only difference is that unlike today the Travancore kings preserved the wealth.
@@joe-metricview6035 Everyone will have ideas and suggestions. Saying it is easy when there is no bias or fear of rejection. When you highlighted the temple wealth you could have mentioned the wealth of the Church as well.
This is brilliant!! Kerala survives on foreign remittance.. The Comis don't allow any sort of industrialization or investment. Millions of keralities end up as slave labor separated from their families...
Contrary to the existing “neo journalist” culture of focusing on the venom spat by the unruly political class and poking nose in to their private life, this piece of constructive journalism has to be appreciated and promoted. This analytical piece not only points out the strengths and weaknesses of our land but also the opportunities we are having. We may acknowledge the fact that Kerala is much ahead of other Indian states, in terms of socio-economic equality and humanism. However, as a society we should train our mind and discussions on how we will achieve a developed, self-reliant, welfare state.
@@joe-metricview6035 idioits like this guy are the problem ,sitting in his butt all day n making dumb videos to get clicks n creating self importance .
The Truth spoken without needless emotion. Talking apolitically, there is not a single political party which has come up with a credible policy on uplifting Kerala.
Good narration Joe. This may be coming out of your sarcasm fueled pain by seeing such a mismanaged state of affairs in Kerala. We have locked ourselves into this state by successively electing politicians with very narrow and bigoted view. In a democracy, the power lies with people. I hope that these efforts will make people think and act in proper way. But many a times people of Kerala are given a choice between two mafias ( LDF Mafia or UDF Mafia). ( I am not advocate of any political party). Having born and bought up in Kerala, educated and worked in 7 states , including Kerala, I can see how other states in India which are less fortunate, are surging ahead. I am not sure if any political party can solve " Kerala Model" of governance , unless they think out of the box. Any wrong doing by a government is countered by saying that "Your party also have done this when they were in power". One immediate solution may be a political stalemate in next election which can result in a long term Governor rule.
A good narrative on the as is what is condition of Kerala.. but the closing remarks has the underpinnings of an hidden agenda.. in the sense that you have been selective in talking about the wealth of a temple but carefully avoiding the wealth of Churches and Mosques.. .. even in a country like India, the church is one of the biggest land owners.. selective narration has been a bane of the writers who sow seeds of suspicion and hatred in the readers.. hope you will bring out a balanced narration in your next posting to come clean of apparent partisan view..
Thank you, Gokul for pointing out the presence of a suspicious bit in the video. The temple was mentioned only because it was in the news this week. You are right that churches and mosques have equal or more wealth.
Your judgment is not right. The wealth of Padhmanabha swami temple is the tax payers money and wealth given by outsiders to the kingdom at that time. So we compare the wealth of temple church and mosque in same way is not right. No disrespect to your argument. I just add some thing to make the point.
@@joe-metricview6035 I don't think either Churches or Mosques have 'dead assets' as gold and precious stones. Wealth as Schools and hospitals are productive- the whole society gets benefited no matter what your religion of caste is. There is nothing wrong if a place of worship accumulates wealth. However hoarding dead assets is not going to help the community get ahead in development.
Excellent information, but this fairly known to even tiny tots of kerala about its abject situation. Only glaring and deliberate amiss from the diction is NOT mentioning the himalayan hoards of wealth locked in with the Christian churches and muslim mosques. Deliberate or just a turning a blind eye,,, sir ????? Centre should look into this aspect of kerala where, the hindus are brought under scanner while the Vaticans and Saudis can run errands with unlimited politcal blessings. Unfair, unfair, ask your conscience before you look forward to good night sleep.. Are you sure, this is "Gods own country"?? Cross your heart and ask yourself. Well said , meanwhile.. Regds,
Very relevant point, Pradeep. You said it! Not a deliberate omission, just that this week the Padmanabhaswamy Temple is in the news. Appreciate your sharp observation.
@@joe-metricview6035 thanks for your sincere admission to the omission. You can still see the whole universe through a pin hole camera, hence facts and truth, however big or small, must be presented in its absolute fairness. I and many a like-minded, will be really glad for justice meeted out, if you can add the colossal " omission", not as deliberate as it sounded, but as ill placed, to the context that was being referred to. The beauty of Hinduism, lies in its inner strength to forgive and forget. Even in this, its very relevant. Jai Hind.... 👍 🙏🙏
You do realise we don’t hord our wealth right? Its spend on charities, orphanages, schools and hospitals unlike your padmanabaswamy temple. Im not muslim but i assume the same for muslims too.
@@joe-metricview6035 Yes Sir, Cayman Islands 🙏 Could you please do a video on the importance of top university education! This is the only way we can secure India - strict superb education (the same way Mr.Tharoor has) In Malayalam or in English with subtitles so that everyone can see and understand. We can’t let our system go to the hands of uneducated leaders. So please! Thank You once again!
There are jobs available in Kerala however many people in Kerala don't want those jobs ane rather be unemployed and there are people from other states taking those jobs!
@@m0nk__mindAll Development Done by Muslim League & Congress 😆😆ചിരിച്ചു പണ്ടാരടങ്ങി..മൂരികളുടെ ഓരോ തള്ളുകൾ..നിങ്ങടെ മലപ്പുറം തന്നേ ഉണ്ടാക്കിയത് കമ്മ്യൂണിസ്റ്റ് കാരാണ്..🚩🚩മണ്ടൻ മൂരി..
Excellent analysis and interpretation. These constructive thoughts would definitely instil and motivate us to a better understanding of matters what we all tend to ignore. Let's hope these narrative would inspire us to be more proactive in the days ahead.
Well articulated. Though many people in Kerala and outside acclaim Kerala as a model state, as a Keralite living outside Kerala , I believe Kerala though has progressed materially, the state continues to lack in several parameters. The government and the people of Kerala are living through remittance economy without producing anything for their survival. The political parties win based on electoral arithmetic as certain communities votes based on their religious identity while the so called majority community should profess secularism. The greedy politicians are bothered about staying in power by hook or crook and will always find fault with other north Indian sates. Kerala cabinet is full of criminals, including murderers, rapists, The present Kerala CM was involved in the first political murder in the state. There is another minister who during his public speech openly claimed that he killed three of his political opponents. The communists have their own party villages where no other political party can function. One can find long queues in front of liquor shops where people spend large sums of money for booze but the government will spend huge money for feeding them cheap food grains. Kerala is a paradox. Though for outsiders one will find palatial houses with high compound walls, I believe Kerala's future is bleak mainly because the policy makers in Kerala believe that they are among the best. The reality is quite the opposite. Keralites still think of migrating to other parts of India or abroad and will one day become the place only for old people. Due to high wages no one can start a business especially when business people have excellent opportunities across the border. The other major porblem faces is the religious extremism which both the formations choose to ignore. I believe if Kerala has to survive as a viable state, the central government declare it as a UT and enforce strict discipline in the state. The politicians will sell the state for personal gains as can be seen from the involvement of the CM's office in smuggling and other anti national activities. Keralites chose to elect the same CM again itself is the proof of of the shallow level of intelligence of Kealites whose only consideration for electing the government is religious, political and certain freebee considerations. Only god can save this god's own state.
So many keralites go out of the country to work. Why not talk about how to remove all the hindrance faced by investors who want to start projects in kerala thus creating job opportunities in Kerala. Why do keralites hesitate to do the jobs they do outside the country in Kerala? Why do we have to call people from other states to work for us when our people are going out to do the same work? How can we make Kerala more self dependent? How can we make the best use of our resources? When will we change some of our laws which make no sense and are not practical? How can we get our people and government to act on these? Most keralites are aware of the problems. Now we need solutions and ways to put them in to practice.
My mother was from a very rich family. I have heard from her that in their family a gold banana plant for show was kept. I am born in a middle class family far away from there. Can I ask them to give my share. Then the wealth of temples,mosque or church, how can we ask?. I feel be it be safe where it is. Work and earn and plan properly. It can feed everybody. I haven't seen rich sharing their wealth except few like Yousuf Ali. Unite plan and work hard. God will bless.
Kerala people are hardworking and They are doing well individually. But if you look at other countries, lot is done by government. Kerala govt, though functional is not able to reach such levels. Kerala Govt is very average...just maintaining status quo.
Disappointed that he did not even come out with a single concrete suggestion, always easy to be an armchair critic... Also better to keep away from Padmanabhaswamy riches controversy
Appreciate your point, Devaraj. Yes indeed it is easier to criticise than give suggestions. One suggestion in the video is to use our water resources better.
He himself told he may sound like a right wing BJP man criticising without concrete suggestion ... It is definitely correct... Mr. Joe was sounding like one.
Agres... might come in future vdos. Padmanabha swamy riches he just mentioned. And btb bulk of it was from spice trade with almost all countries world wide, royal family put it in the temple when they became Padmanabha dasa's
It seems you didn't listen to him , he indeed made some suggestions , by the way what is wrong if someone supports a political organization. All mallus need not be marxist
@@joe-metricview6035 Even if one has excellent ideas, implementing the idea thanks to the giant inertia of bureaucracy, nepotism, is a different challenge altogether. That said, Govt should only be a policy setting and monitoring agency. All PSUs, Electricity board, Water authority, PWD road/rail/air - transport etc should be privatised. Govt should promote meritocracy. Time to abolish (or at-least reduce ) caste based reservation and bring in reservation based only on economic backwardness - free education till age of 21 etc. These points applies not only to kerala, but country as a whole. Feel if country as a whole prospers, Kerala also will prosper even more thanks to the inherent strength you have nicely enumerated. Thanks.
Dear sir, You have correctly assessed the pitiable situations in Kerala. Thank you. Innumerable regional political parties who have only regional interests are the curse of our state. Blind political rivalries, corruption and nepotism are on the increase. Yes, we have no hope for improvement of the situation in the near future.
Trade unions and bad politicians have ruined Kerala! The government machinery is also full of red tapism! Its changing due to the on line services, which is a good sign ! Wish we had a retirement age and qualifications for ministers !! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🤗🤗🤗
Root cause of everything seems to be corruption of political leaders. Most of them have some kind of investment outside Kerala, hence would sabotage anything that'd benefit Kerala. People think labour unions are the problem, but somehow forget that labour union leadership and political leadership are no different now and the same corruption and sabotage is loarding over both.
Superbly analysed and questioned, thanks for making us aware @ Joe metric view, Did they not say the No 1 STEP for any change was Awareness? to create a change and its a very good reflection and observation. Haters will always hate, Please keep this ongoing so this can help many do some informed choices as we progress.
It's a biased opinion. Vallarpadam port is still operating but not in port. Students are going out for higher education not because they don't need to study in kerala but due to the insufficient seats available. Kerala youth is going out seeking job abroad because it's easily job available in Gulf countries and they proved that it's working with huge remuneration
Thank you, Krishnan. You are right, many religious institutions have mountains of wealth. The reference to the temple because that is what came up in the news this week.
In Starting I thought this guy was a genuine critic. But when reached to the Gold smuggling, picture became clear. Politically motivated. Anyway Thanks for the first part. Mr.Sangh
You're right. The main issue of BJP has not yet reached kerala. Christianity in multiple ways is a blessing. Look at UP and see why bodies are floating around.
Currently it's the richest state in india. In terms of infrastructure, medical facilities, public welfare. Because the prime minister of India can't even do what the CM of kerala has done. Difference is that CM listens to the wise advices provided to him. Unlike modi who never listens to anyone but himself. And its not a secret, that not even one state were able to outperform kerala in terms of handling covid-19. Even in poverty kerala had a lots of experience.
Are you sure manorama reported about vizhinjam port on 1906 and after 114 years later started .If 1906 reported then travancore maharajas and british government must be responsible for this ..
Why don't we pool funds for mega projects like CIAL and KIAL. If the mallus try to pool funds minimum of 100K Crores from NRI's and business community, the coming decades will be ours, viz . 6 Lines road system thru coastal belt (550 Miles from Kasargod to Trivandrum), or bullet trains exposing the greenary of Kerala for tourism and faster connectivity, windmills system both sea and shore especially in Idduki, etc.
I agree with a lot of the mentioned points. We do have a problem with employment within the state. A lot of the natural resources are not being put to use. But there are a few things that have to be taken into consideration:
1. Everyone in the state including my 86 year old grandma( born in pre-independent India), my driver & my gardener are all aware of their rights , can read the newspaper. However my young househelp who is from Odisha (born late 90's or early 2000's) has never ever been to school( she should be in college! Very smart young woman).
2. Tapping the ' potential' would mean disrupting our highly protected wildlife habitats.This has to be done with extreme caution and consideration so as to prevent human-wildlife conflict, natural disasters( that come with artificial changes in landscape) as well as exploitation of the low income strata.
3. You must remember we are a Socialist state trying to balance out capitalism, socialism and communism in the best possible way.
4. Now unemployment in our state is actually an adverse effect of our high education levels( which demands a higher pay for a job). We have to rely on migrant workers from North and East Indian states for unskilled work that ranges from farm labour to construction labour, waiting tables at restaurants, housekeeping at hotels, house help, saloon and massage parlour staff.So our people go work abroad or in the metro cities of India( especially industry and IT related works).
5. Our Public health is comparable to the NHS of UK. Our doctors and nurses are world renowned. What we lack in infrastructure we makeup in planning and strategy. A big hand in that is of local politicians and the general public who are well informed. We don't have the mortality rates that most other states in india do. I'm not saying the system is perfect though. What I have seen is that most people don't have insurance and find it hard to pay for their medical expenses and infrastructure definitely needs a facelift.
6. Corruption and political misdemeanor are lower than most other states in india
7. We like our remittances thank you.
8. Kerala never did come forward with a begging bowl after the floods in 2018 or 2019. If anything I think we managed it extremely well. If any disaster along that scale happened in most other states in india the casualties would have been higher , the inequity in relief distribution would have been scandalous and chaos would have ensued atleast initially ( Kerala disaster management model should be part of school curriculum !)
9. Lastly the treasures in Padmanabhaswamy kshethram not being utilised is historic artifact preservation and is not comparable to a temple now being built using tax money. Do you see the Vatican selling Michaelangelo's works?
10.As a woman I would rather be born in Kerala than literally any other state in India ( Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai( the cities) and Goa state aren't bad)
11.With regards to higher education other than the central government run institutions , a lot of the best uni's are in the South. Besides it's good to experience diverse cultures when you are young and be away from home.
It's nice to hear constructive criticism, a long way to go. The complexities in the state regarding self-reliance ,industrial development
and trade have to be sorted out.
Thank you Rishika for that detailed response touching on Kerala's diverse socio-economic aspects.
Very good, pointwise, analysis of the youtube video. I think you forgot to mention aspects of growing Communalism and the threat that it brings to social fabric of an "highly educated" Kerala community (recent election results are exemplar of what I want to say). Another point that I want to put forward is about your notion of "high education" seem to point towards the academic degrees rather than the actual concept of "education" which Keralites lack (except for some distorted conceptualization of Marxism, Communism, Socialism, Secularism, democracy, freedom of speech, etc.). What I find amazing is that almost all Keralites those who go out of their state to study, work, earn, settle in another state never ashamed of criticising the place from where they make lot of money just because they don't follow Kerala model. If all the other states followed Kerala model then there would have been no jobs for you in Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi, etc., Also more competition in Gulf countries. We need to be grounded while claiming high standards of governance by not ignoring the cushion that neighbouring states offer.
Hope, all "highly educated" community understands this truth and live peacefully.
This is a very detailed analysis. Thank you for your hard work.
@@mrhellaboy well definitely all states are unique in their own way and of course you can't make other states follow every single thing which a state follows as no state is perfect. What i'm saying is every state should learn the best from each other. Then if we followed exactly like Delhi then there won't be an inch of fresh air to breathe and that would damage India's face on the world .Another example of Kerala's literate society is the fact that there is no casteism, religious killing, and anti secular activities which is highly followed by the northern states. So education does matter, and the fact a lot of people are living as expatriates is because of hardwork and dedication. And nobody is saying that literacy to be shown as academic intelligence, it is to be shown as the effort of the people to educate their society and to promote knowledge among their children.
@@mrhellaboy could you please tell.. which state in India has 'actual concept of education' ?
Or what do you mean by that ?
And.. how literacy is measured based on 'actual concept of education' if degrees don't mean anything ?
I am from uttar pradesh, Kerala is beautiful place . But here in UP is like sewage waste . I want to come to Kerala to taste the famous Kerala cow fry and porotta because in UP and my religion not allow.
Freedom dancer, you are welcome. Here in Kerala the state does not decide our diet. Yet!
Buffalo meat is more tasty ...Don't you want to try that?
It's not cow fry bro, it's buffalo fry
@@vinoojacob5819 I visited my frend in Kerala, they used their own milk stopped cow to cook beef . And it was tasty .
Welcome.... In kerala no body touch your food
Kerala and its people are great. It is one of the most progressive States in the Rep of India which to date has not been given a fair shake. It is about time some degree of “autonomy” be granted to Kerala by the Central Government. Good presentation Joe and to hell with your detractors. I have always known Kerala as “God’s Own Country” and I am fortunate to have spent a week in Kochi. FEN UK
Thanks much, Fen
@@joe-metricview6035 honestly kerala is really doing great job but still they are too much patriotic because of government. They are kind of ignorant in many ways
@@mohammedyasim6330 Yes, I'm a Keralite and you're right. The tax money stolen by political parties is spent on media for PR works to make "Kerala model" a big thing. Unfortunately, many fell for it and its a way of covering up the pressing issues the state is facing.
@@00B13 of course kerala model is in fact a big thing but people are like ignorant many violate the covid protocol. Even though not a communist I think kerala Govt have done a great job, nipah, 2 floods and at last even this covid they were able to face the disaster...
@@mohammedyasim6330 It's the people bro. Not government. When the flood happened it was ordinary people along with police and rescue personnel that did the job. The fishermen also played the important part in the rescue. All the while, what this government does is take the credit from the ordinary people with PR works. Not to mention the mismanagement of the dams that played a big part in the floods of 2018. That mismanagement got ignored under the heroic tales of rescue.
Fishermen were praised for their heroic efforts then but now as sea is reclaiming the coastline, the fishermen homes are being razed and they are left alone struggling to survive. Many homes were destroyed by the sea and the fishermen are complaining no matter what they did during the floods they are now left alone. They are very angry about politicians and the government. So people outside Kerala please try to understand that reality is different than the PR narratives pushed in media to praise government unnecessarily.
‘What Kerala thinks today, India must think tomorrow’
In many ways, yes, Puliyodan. Thank you.
Disagree. In case of community development..perhaps its true. But in other things kerala is far behind
@@hesh2892 Like?
Kerala is atleast 1000 steps ahead compared to other Indian states. Only area Kerala lacking is employment.
@@001neeraj kerala is tiny little least diverse, homogeneous state.
Good summary of kerala....great job....
Thank you, Josin
Anti Kerala comment
Agree to lot of points on how rich Kerala is. I feel that somewhere we don't want others to know that we are rich so that we can avoid them coming to our place and then making us irrelevant. Somehow, people have found solace in going abroad and doing remittances so that their family back in state can progress and they feel proud. Somewhere we just enjoy being a mix of all religions, mix of all political ideologies and we do enjoy the land. Instead of making Kerala a developed state, people prefer to go themselves to a developed place and then having that nostalgic feelings about our naadu and still have that Tharavadu and that parambu instead of the flats. So, maybe invest in Tourism and all other things Kerala is known for, like Spices,Ayurveda,Nature,Farming etc. We Keralites are indeed a different breed and our exposures are different in comparison to any other states in our country throughout world history. Also, every other states have their own issues too. Be easy on self. Things will evolve at its own pace.
Interesting observations, Goutham.
Well enumerated problems of the state, known to many.
I hope your next upload would be the about the possible solutions.
Thank you, Kurien. Must admit that it is easy to state a problem, more difficult to give suggestions!
Your findings are very well. Iam living in kerala and it's my birth place...the state is less industrial friendly and most industries in kerala are shut down becouse of mass labour strike and even the strike is carried by the government supporting party , the govt keep silence..at last the firm close down... So at present the unemployment rates in kerala is too high becouse of less industries and investment. It's run by the peoples remittance out side india and it's one of the best consumers state.The miss management and corruptions are the other major issues in kerala. The water authority is waiting for dig the road just after finish a new road by PWD. and many govt corporation and boards are the root of miss management. Kerala need a group of professionals and their ideas must need support from politics, that's must help Kerala to make Singapore here.
Valid points, Akhilesh
Your piece of narration is nice to hear. But you missed to propose solution to any of our problems like improving our standard of higher education or reducing our morbidity, polity etc. Do u find the wealth of Padmanabha is the solution to everything? Have you read the recent judgement of the Supreme Court of India in this regard? Welcome with any good suggestions.
Possible solutions :
Adopt a more china like model - they shed their traditional Communism and adopted state capitalism .
Without Industries, business houses and startups we will never be able to generate enough reliable long term revenue sources . That's the easiest way to reduce govt borrowings ,debts and over reliance on remittance money . Call it the contingency plan of sorts. If not Industries then soft services should be increased.Loosing your professional youngsters to other states and countries is gonna have long term negative impact.
Red Tapeism will have to be relaxed or struck down wherever necessary . Unions should not hold unaccounted power or authority .
Kerala will never be able to attract investments by industrialists otherwise just like in the case of "Waste" Bengal .
All religious institutions should all be compulsorily bought under taxation .
Currently only temples are under the preview of govt taxation .
Wealth of temple is not at all a solution. It is a 'dead asset' that is not productive. It just does not create any wealth, no one can eat it, yields no rent or earning while there is costs for security and maintenance. These assets are more like a museum piece. Option of tourism based on those precious items aren't even possible because of the 'sacredness' attached. Even after the Covid situation is over it is not going to happen. So the treasures are more like a burden to society than a boon. Kerala should think hard to get ahead using other strategies. Assets of the temple can only be preserved for showcasing pride / honour heritage for posterity.
Even though the Kerala standard of living is far better than the remaining country, people still give priority to religion/caste when it's election time.
Yes, such an irony.
Great analysis Mr Joe. Keralites all over the world can form advisory committees based on their expertise. For eg: we are experts in Special Economic Zone or Freezone as we call in UAE. There are more than 40 freezones in UAE and each Freezone attracts huge investments. We can have a Freezone adjacent to Kochi Airport, to start with. Kerala diaspora themselves will make huge investments since Freezone jurisdiction is an area out of political activities.
Thank you, Mbava. Kerala has a few free zones. But when we have work stoppages like hartal, staff won't be able to commute to the free zones.
Loved the detailed facts on our state, Kerala .
Would love to hear more🤗
Thank you, Hemanth.
Yes, it's Very true now we have to think much bigger. Kerala people are comparing other states in India and we are finding happiness. The truth is our state growth is declining. Comparing with our 1980s and 90s growth rates. As a Malayali, I would like to see our state should compare with other developed countries, not with other states. Of course, we have received good things happing in other states. Has Kerala become 1st state in India. There are slot things to improve. Especially easiness of business and better college with international standards.
Yes, we should be aiming for the next level instead of comparing ourselves with other Indian states.
And also one more information. Malappuram district in kerala is the fastest growing urban in the world economist ranking in 2020 ❤️
Remember reading that 👍
Very well put Sir, Now four years later are the conditions the same?
Thank you
Four years later, not much change on the ground
Last dialogue...😂😂 come and take padamanabha's wealth...he mentioned indirectly.... but the reality is "pallum velupich irunno ippo kittum"
True that😜
ഞങ്ങളുടെ നാട്ടിൽ അതിന് പറയുന്നത് കാലും നീട്ടിയിരുന്നോ ഇപ്പോൾ കിട്ടും 😂
King has took the jewels you loosers, atleast count it before it vanish you dumb believers!
@@pallikudathinappuram9119 Oops, somebody got brainwashed!!!! All the wealth in padmanabha swami temple was offerings to deity.
നോക്കിയിരുന്നോ, ഇപ്പോൾ കിട്ടും.
Mr Joe. There is a saying in Kerala...patti vaalu pokkumbol ariyam enthinanu ennu.
Translated it means when a dog lifts it tail, you know what it intends.
First of all the wealth of the Temple does not belong to the state government. So please do not have your eyes on that.
It's not only one temple the church is the largest corporate in the state with billions worth of real estate and full coffers. So are the mosques. I did not hear you mention about it.
It is not Patti (dog). Because, dogs do not lift its tail to urinate, it just lifts it leg (assuming male dog). It is Kala (bull/ox) that lifts its tail for elimination. proverb is "Kala vaalu pokkumbol ariyaam thooranao pedukkanaano ennu" Likewise, please try to understand the analogy he is making. He didn't say that the wealth of temple doesn't belong to Hindu community. See, wealth of the temple doesn't translate into prosperity of the temple or the community that it belongs to. It is merely a dead asset that is more like a burden than a boon. No body is having any benefit here. This analogy resembles the state of Kerala in general as well. Almost like a well decked bride in all finery that is affected by malnourishment. Hope you understand.
Lol, Britain has the very same elitist mindset of keeping masses in the dark with many a false promises / income misappropriations /conspiracies. While parties competing for power and subsequent governments try unwittingly to paint a different pretty picture outside to world media (Mostly thanks to our one sided state owned agency the BBC).
I guess power will indefinitely remain in the hands of a chosen few and their families always. 🍷 AND THEY KNOW TO WORK THE LITTLE TRICKS TO KEEP IT THAT WAY.. THAT'S LIFE EVERYWHERE ! 😒🤷♀️ major nationalist groups like to rule over the nations and the common man by choosing their elected dictators.
Long coastline, large Backwaters, Rich western Ghats.....So it is True....Future of Kerala is in Tourism.....We can attract tourists through digital marketing.....So future of Kerala is in IT and Tourism....
True, these are two low-hanging fruits for Kerala
@@joe-metricview6035 If some investors hear this they will be attracted for sure....
Sir, please include the remedies also so that we can make atleast some thing different.
Would love to do that, Jamsheer. Thank you for commenting. As a journalist, the first step is to describe the status. Solutions evolve from there.
Arm-chair philosophers are a plenty in this country Mr. Joe. If you could also delve into the solutions related to your criticism of this state of Kerala, your myopic views could be reduced to barely a few points of genuine concern.
Well articulated and nicely presented... The undue benefits politicians get in the state is alarming where the average educational qualification is way high. The partisan politics is really throttling the development. The treasure in the temple is nothing when compared with the untapped potential that lies within...
Thank you, Waheed
As a Keralite about ourself I proud, but we are highly bothered of our rights, but nit as well as to our duties.
Yes
I hope you are seeing the news now!
Yes, now as always
I hope know also 🤣
@@askar_bin_ashraf8155 askar
you spoke so slowly but I managed it by adjusting the playback speed. but anyway nice video.
if you look at Kerala's economy we can see that it is mainly focused on the service sector and the unemployment rate is on the rise.
I like to suggest few points
1] government should take appropriate steps to diversify the economy
2] promote privatization and an open market. among the general public, there is a false belief that privatization is not good due to the influence of left-wing ideology
3] attract business by making a friendly atmosphere
4] increase transport infrastructure as soon as possible
Thank you, Ajay. Yes, there's an anti-investor sentiment among a large number of Keralites. With that approach, unemployment is bound to remain high.
കുറുക്കന്റെ നോട്ടം കോഴിക്കൂട്ടിലാണല്ലോ
ബ്രിട്ടീഷ് കാരുടെ കുറുക്കന്ന് ഇപ്പോളും അടിച്ചു മാറ്റണം എന്ന് ആണ് ഒരു ഇതു...🐕>>✨️✨️🏅🥇🥉🥈🏆✨️✨️
East West Kerala is best ❤️ love from Maharashtra to Kerala ❤️
Thanks so much, Sneha. Take care.
@@joe-metricview6035 welcome 😊 I always support Kerala , I love Kerala ❤️ my favourite state Kerala ❤️
I guess this kind attitude, increases right wing politics is making deep inroads in India....
@@souravchakraborty8861 what is your problem?
@@27snehawamankadamxh27 Mr Joe here is talking about some serious social-economic-political issues, but felt such light hearted comments are out of place. I am sure there many such posts on Kerala where such expressions will look good.
Kerala's special porotta beef fry 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤❤️❤️❤️
☺️
😋😋😋😋😋😋😋
Well done, Joe. Again, greetings from Copenhagen, Kerala. I need not have to agree 100% with your perspectives to appreciate an effort like this.
That speaks of your broad mind! Thank you, Copenhagen Thomas ☺️
First time watching your channel. Nice presentation. Anyway subscribing now. 😊
Thank you so much, Aliens Vlog
രോമാഞ്ചം വരുന്നില്ല കാരണം ഞങ്ങൾ അങ്ങനെയാണ്
Romanjam varan onnum paranjilla 😂
എന്തിന് രോമാഞ്ചം.. Full criticism ആണ്
@@sharafpc786 വീഡിയോ കണ്ട് കാണില്ല
= harthals
= excess politicalising of every thing
= less ease of doing business
= non updation of education system
= earning member - non earning member ration
All these are deeper kerala associated issues which needs to be addressed
That's indeed a long and real list to address
good analysis. Problem with Malayali is that they do not take truth in right way
Thank you, Jose Manu
Why u hate Kerala and it's government. People voted it back
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@Muthu Arasu send your details and address.
@@shajahannajmat4103 hi sir... This is my watsapp number +91 84894 21139
Beautifully rendered, excellently composed depiction of facts that will tend us to overlook to the Grim future of kerala...thanks a million.
Thank you
Grim future of Kerala?
@@Salmanul_ yes. Unless trade unions are banned.
Every point mentioned is right and thank you for pointing out the areas Kerala need to improve. If this video was made with good intension to remind Keralalites that these are the things that draging you behind, you did a great job.
Thank you, Nikhil
Solution is always the difficult part. To add to ur thoughts kerala has a poverty rate is 7 which is only second to goa. The difference between rich nd poor or poor nd middle class is not that big in Kerala. We have poor people but the percentage of very poor people is less. People without a home in main town is countable in fingers. Nd in my village nd small town near by there is no one without a home. These are also to be mentioned.we dont have lot of jobs for educated people but there is enough jobs for people who just want to survive. If we solve this we can really be a model for many. Distant dream though.
Thank you Sreevind. Sharp observations 👍
Pls name one little rich state or country which has all the plus points that u enthusiastically stated...kudos for opening up Ur image as we keralites locally term as കള്ളം കുറുക്കൻ for whom the unreachable grapes are sour!!!!
That is not an excuse my friend, if you are looking for excuses nothing will ever improve (Countries like Dubai became great in short span because they want to show the world they can create opportunity locally) . We have always been different from other states by showing the better Kerala model to other states be it literacy or health care.
But what is the use of only education no opportunity, no. salary hike. Isn't this the short sitedness and weakness of our elders and govt. Nobody cares how the next generation will survive. Dubai proved it cares for its citizens first not cheap power politics.. Dubai has mature leadership, they don't compare with smaller countries how to improve. No instead they try to learn employee benefits and development based on forieng countries.
Tharkutharam or avoiding criticism is just an excuse for saying 'nammade sarkar nannavulla ammava'. We are in the 21st century think of future generations to come. 🤷♀️😒 Ask yourself what is important people's prosperity or only power politics? The world is watching us as we watch the world.
Well said detailed analysis of every nook and corner of our social geographical and political spectrum
This is high time for our people to think about an alternative for the existing everyday political comedy for the sake of our future generations
Thank you
You seem to imply that the solution to all of Kerala's problem is the wealth in the Padmanabha Swamy temple. Why don't you suggest the wealthy church to open up it's coffers too. The agenda becomes clear towards the end.
Thank you Ajith for commenting. Yes, it is an irony for anyone -- church or mosque or even families or individuals -- to be sitting on wealth and remaining poor. No agenda though.
There is nothing new or surprising in your talk. It is all well known and talked about many times. Keralites managed to chase away whatever Industries it had. You could have made some suggestions on how attract investment and create employment opportunities in the state. Education is big business in kerala and you didn't have any suggestions to raise the standard. There is opportunity to reverse the flow and attract students from outside. The massive amount of wealth accumulated by the church and spent on building Grand cathedrals all across kerala is also missed. A lot of groups have eye on the temple wealth. Temple wealth belongs to one community and it is not the panacea to Kerala's problems.
Thank you Byju for the comment. True, giving suggestions is far more difficult that stating a problem. One suggestion in the video is regarding water management.
Is the wealth of the temple from offerings of the devotees alone? In fact, the offerings by devotees may not even constitute 0.001% of the total. That wealth is the wealth of the old rulers transferred to the temple treasury. And the wealth of the old rulers were from tax collected from all the citizens. And what kind of people paid more tax? The Royal family and the priestly class serving the Royal family or other citizen who did not have any clout of power? The tax was squeezed out of the ordinary people. And that is what is in the temple treasury now.
@@abrahamjohn101Not true. In Hinduism offering to Gods is part of worship. The wealthy always donated generously. This happens even today. Look at Thiruppathi and Guruvayoor temples. The only difference is that unlike today the Travancore kings preserved the wealth.
@@joe-metricview6035 Everyone will have ideas and suggestions. Saying it is easy when there is no bias or fear of rejection. When you highlighted the temple wealth you could have mentioned the wealth of the Church as well.
Kerala has to develop but stealing wealth which belongs to a holy place is not the way.
Execellent speech n findings about kerala..by d spoksman..who it is not clear.
You mean who am I? A journalist. Worked mostly with The Economic Times.
Dont only See All the things through the Eyes of Business..
This is brilliant!! Kerala survives on foreign remittance.. The Comis don't allow any sort of industrialization or investment. Millions of keralities end up as slave labor separated from their families...
Thank you
Contrary to the existing “neo journalist” culture of focusing on the venom spat by the unruly political class and poking nose in to their private life, this piece of constructive journalism has to be appreciated and promoted. This analytical piece not only points out the strengths and weaknesses of our land but also the opportunities we are having. We may acknowledge the fact that Kerala is much ahead of other Indian states, in terms of socio-economic equality and humanism. However, as a society we should train our mind and discussions on how we will achieve a developed, self-reliant, welfare state.
Appreciate your opinion, Jojo
@@joe-metricview6035 idioits like this guy are the problem ,sitting in his butt all day n making dumb videos to get clicks n creating self importance .
I second and agree @jojipuli
@@gdogg98433 not sure what qualifies you to be calling him an idiot?
@@shriaiyer3036 Thank you Shri
The Truth spoken without needless emotion. Talking apolitically, there is not a single political party which has come up with a credible policy on uplifting Kerala.
Thank you, Menon Mangat
You are 💯 right.are you a Keralite,you speek like some one who know the Soule of Kerala. ❤and regards from kerala
Knowing the soul of Kerala! Thank you 😌
Good narration Joe. This may be coming out of your sarcasm fueled pain by seeing such a mismanaged state of affairs in Kerala. We have locked ourselves into this state by successively electing politicians with very narrow and bigoted view. In a democracy, the power lies with people. I hope that these efforts will make people think and act in proper way. But many a times people of Kerala are given a choice between two mafias ( LDF Mafia or UDF Mafia). ( I am not advocate of any political party). Having born and bought up in Kerala, educated and worked in 7 states , including Kerala, I can see how other states in India which are less fortunate, are surging ahead.
I am not sure if any political party can solve " Kerala Model" of governance , unless they think out of the box. Any wrong doing by a government is countered by saying that "Your party also have done this when they were in power".
One immediate solution may be a political stalemate in next election which can result in a long term Governor rule.
Save Kerala from Mafia, Ban UDF & LDF. Put Kerala in president rule
Very factual thoughts
Love from Kerala 💖💖💝
Thank you, Nelson
A good narrative on the as is what is condition of Kerala.. but the closing remarks has the underpinnings of an hidden agenda.. in the sense that you have been selective in talking about the wealth of a temple but carefully avoiding the wealth of Churches and Mosques.. .. even in a country like India, the church is one of the biggest land owners.. selective narration has been a bane of the writers who sow seeds of suspicion and hatred in the readers.. hope you will bring out a balanced narration in your next posting to come clean of apparent partisan view..
Thank you, Gokul for pointing out the presence of a suspicious bit in the video. The temple was mentioned only because it was in the news this week. You are right that churches and mosques have equal or more wealth.
Your judgment is not right.
The wealth of Padhmanabha swami temple is the tax payers money and wealth given by outsiders to the kingdom at that time.
So we compare the wealth of temple church and mosque in same way is not right.
No disrespect to your argument.
I just add some thing to make the point.
@@joe-metricview6035 I don't think either Churches or Mosques have 'dead assets' as gold and precious stones. Wealth as Schools and hospitals are productive- the whole society gets benefited no matter what your religion of caste is. There is nothing wrong if a place of worship accumulates wealth. However hoarding dead assets is not going to help the community get ahead in development.
Excellent information, but this fairly known to even tiny tots of kerala about its abject situation. Only glaring and deliberate amiss from the diction is NOT mentioning the himalayan hoards of wealth locked in with the Christian churches and muslim mosques. Deliberate or just a turning a blind eye,,, sir ????? Centre should look into this aspect of kerala where, the hindus are brought under scanner while the Vaticans and Saudis can run errands with unlimited politcal blessings. Unfair, unfair, ask your conscience before you look forward to good night sleep.. Are you sure, this is "Gods own country"?? Cross your heart and ask yourself.
Well said , meanwhile..
Regds,
Very relevant point, Pradeep. You said it! Not a deliberate omission, just that this week the Padmanabhaswamy Temple is in the news. Appreciate your sharp observation.
@@joe-metricview6035 thanks for your sincere admission to the omission. You can still see the whole universe through a pin hole camera, hence facts and truth, however big or small, must be presented in its absolute fairness.
I and many a like-minded, will be really glad for justice meeted out, if you can add the colossal " omission", not as deliberate as it sounded, but as ill placed, to the context that was being referred to.
The beauty of Hinduism, lies in its inner strength to forgive and forget. Even in this, its very relevant.
Jai Hind.... 👍 🙏🙏
Right pradeep
True money no matter the religion should be taxed.
You do realise we don’t hord our wealth right? Its spend on charities, orphanages, schools and hospitals unlike your padmanabaswamy temple. Im not muslim but i assume the same for muslims too.
Excellent points Sir!
Thank You and greetings from Cayman Islands!
Anoop
Kumarakom
From Cayman Islands?! Wonderful to hear from you, Anoop.
Greetings to you, too.
@@joe-metricview6035 Yes Sir, Cayman Islands 🙏
Could you please do a video on the importance of top university education! This is the only way we can secure India - strict superb education (the same way Mr.Tharoor has)
In Malayalam or in English with subtitles so that everyone can see and understand.
We can’t let our system go to the hands of uneducated leaders. So please!
Thank You once again!
Thanks for the suggestion, Anoop. Will keep in mind.
good messg and guidance really
Thank you, Antony
There are jobs available in Kerala however many people in Kerala don't want those jobs ane rather be unemployed and there are people from other states taking those jobs!
Yes, DC. That must be unique the to Kerala.
I choose kerala on slow pace that will lay a strong foundation. LDF❤️
@@m0nk__mindAll Development Done by Muslim League & Congress 😆😆ചിരിച്ചു പണ്ടാരടങ്ങി..മൂരികളുടെ ഓരോ തള്ളുകൾ..നിങ്ങടെ മലപ്പുറം തന്നേ ഉണ്ടാക്കിയത് കമ്മ്യൂണിസ്റ്റ് കാരാണ്..🚩🚩മണ്ടൻ മൂരി..
Kerala used only 40 percent of its potential if it uses 100 percent then surely in state gdp it wil among top 5 states.
That's for sure
Excellent analysis and interpretation. These constructive thoughts would definitely instil and motivate us to a better understanding of matters what we all tend to ignore. Let's hope these narrative would inspire us to be more proactive in the days ahead.
Thank you, Cyriac
If Kerala was a different nation ,it would have been ahead than Singapore and many western nation.
Many people think so
In 1950 we are nothing but now we are the best in india .....
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Most beautiful places are in THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
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ഈ ചിന്ത തെറ്റാണ്, mine is good എന്ന, ട്രാവൽ the world
Well articulated. Though many people in Kerala and outside acclaim Kerala as a model state, as a Keralite living outside Kerala , I believe Kerala though has progressed materially, the state continues to lack in several parameters. The government and the people of Kerala are living through remittance economy without producing anything for their survival. The political parties win based on electoral arithmetic as certain communities votes based on their religious identity while the so called majority community should profess secularism. The greedy politicians are bothered about staying in power by hook or crook and will always find fault with other north Indian sates. Kerala cabinet is full of criminals, including murderers, rapists, The present Kerala CM was involved in the first political murder in the state. There is another minister who during his public speech openly claimed that he killed three of his political opponents. The communists have their own party villages where no other political party can function. One can find long queues in front of liquor shops where people spend large sums of money for booze but the government will spend huge money for feeding them cheap food grains. Kerala is a paradox. Though for outsiders one will find palatial houses with high compound walls, I believe Kerala's future is bleak mainly because the policy makers in Kerala believe that they are among the best. The reality is quite the opposite. Keralites still think of migrating to other parts of India or abroad and will one day become the place only for old people. Due to high wages no one can start a business especially when business people have excellent opportunities across the border. The other major porblem faces is the religious extremism which both the formations choose to ignore. I believe if Kerala has to survive as a viable state, the central government declare it as a UT and enforce strict discipline in the state. The politicians will sell the state for personal gains as can be seen from the involvement of the CM's office in smuggling and other anti national activities. Keralites chose to elect the same CM again itself is the proof of of the shallow level of intelligence of Kealites whose only consideration for electing the government is religious, political and certain freebee considerations. Only god can save this god's own state.
Thank you Krishnan for the analysis, looking at the issue from numerous angles.
2/5/2021.... right now....Kerala neet and clean with out cow dung..😂😂😂
So u say all this false...right?
Along with panni കാഷ്ടം
Hopefully Iuml and sdpi will follow soon
Bro bjp is bad sdpi is worse
@@midhunr8111 both are bad
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I am hearing such a professional talk after a long time...
Kind of you, Josin.
@@joe-metricview6035 Can I get your contact number??
Mail me at joe.journo@gmail.com
Thanks
Can you do a video on importance of wetlands?? Now wetlands are disappearing and fresh water is getting scarce in open wells...
Thanks for the suggestion, Josin. That'll be tough for me.
So many keralites go out of the country to work. Why not talk about how to remove all the hindrance faced by investors who want to start projects in kerala thus creating job opportunities in Kerala. Why do keralites hesitate to do the jobs they do outside the country in Kerala? Why do we have to call people from other states to work for us when our people are going out to do the same work? How can we make Kerala more self dependent? How can we make the best use of our resources?
When will we change some of our laws which make no sense and are not practical? How can we get our people and government to act on these? Most keralites are aware of the problems.
Now we need solutions and ways to put them in to practice.
Good summary. Just hope that things improve while maintaining the good qualities !
Thank you, Martin.
My mother was from a very rich family. I have heard from her that in their family a gold banana plant for show was kept. I am born in a middle class family far away from there. Can I ask them to give my share. Then the wealth of temples,mosque or church, how can we ask?. I feel be it be safe where it is. Work and earn and plan properly. It can feed everybody. I haven't seen rich sharing their wealth except few like Yousuf Ali. Unite plan and work hard. God will bless.
Thank you for that viewpoint
Kerala people are hardworking and They are doing well individually. But if you look at other countries, lot is done by government. Kerala govt, though functional is not able to reach such levels. Kerala Govt is very average...just maintaining status quo.
Yes, high time we rose to being above average
Joe, a lot of intellectuals keep harping on the issues. What we need are solutions. What are the solutions to make Kerala a really rich state.
That's right, Ipe. Easy to criticise, tough to give suggestions. One suggestion in the video is about water management.
Poor Joe. I think he should live in UP for some time . Then he will say Kerala is God's own country
Disappointed that he did not even come out with a single concrete suggestion, always easy to be an armchair critic... Also better to keep away from Padmanabhaswamy riches controversy
Appreciate your point, Devaraj. Yes indeed it is easier to criticise than give suggestions. One suggestion in the video is to use our water resources better.
He himself told he may sound like a right wing BJP man criticising without concrete suggestion ... It is definitely correct... Mr. Joe was sounding like one.
Agres... might come in future vdos. Padmanabha swamy riches he just mentioned. And btb bulk of it was from spice trade with almost all countries world wide, royal family put it in the temple when they became Padmanabha dasa's
It seems you didn't listen to him , he indeed made some suggestions , by the way what is wrong if someone supports a political organization. All mallus need not be marxist
@@joe-metricview6035 Even if one has excellent ideas, implementing the idea thanks to the giant inertia of bureaucracy, nepotism, is a different challenge altogether. That said, Govt should only be a policy setting and monitoring agency. All PSUs, Electricity board, Water authority, PWD road/rail/air - transport etc should be privatised. Govt should promote meritocracy. Time to abolish (or at-least reduce ) caste based reservation and bring in reservation based only on economic backwardness - free education till age of 21 etc. These points applies not only to kerala, but country as a whole. Feel if country as a whole prospers, Kerala also will prosper even more thanks to the inherent strength you have nicely enumerated. Thanks.
Government is poor and people are rich ☹️
Yes, that's the Kerala irony!
Good observations. However when we asked kerala the answer was that kerala is definitely in the right path and soon they will reach glory.
Thank you, Kasy.
Dear sir, You have correctly assessed the pitiable situations in Kerala. Thank you. Innumerable regional political parties who have only regional interests are the curse of our state. Blind political rivalries, corruption and nepotism are on the increase. Yes, we have no hope for improvement of the situation in the near future.
Hemaraj, you have spotted more points than I have! Thank you.
@@joe-metricview6035 Welcome sir.
Trade unions and bad politicians have ruined Kerala! The government machinery is also full of red tapism! Its changing due to the on line services, which is a good sign ! Wish we had a retirement age and qualifications for ministers !! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🤗🤗🤗
Good points. Ought to get these into public discussion.
Very nice comments about the Kerala state. I know very well about the Kerala, which is a wonder in the world
Thank you, Padmanabhan.
Friendly place on planet Earth highly civilized people great culture my God
Thank you
This is the correct interpretation of Kerala's current status .
Thank you, Raqib.
Root cause of everything seems to be corruption of political leaders. Most of them have some kind of investment outside Kerala, hence would sabotage anything that'd benefit Kerala. People think labour unions are the problem, but somehow forget that labour union leadership and political leadership are no different now and the same corruption and sabotage is loarding over both.
Yes, Kerala, like the rest of the world, is on the lookout for upright leaders.
excellent presentation of truth BUT kerala always remain same....we young generation had no hope for state as we are looking good life abroad. :)
Thank you, Gopakumar. Yes, no youth would want to wait long for Kerala to change.
Kerala super state
You are right.Will this attitude change.I do not think so.
Let's be optimistic 🙂
Detailed and clear.
Thank you, John
is it a blessing or a curse story ?
It's a story on the paradox that Kerala is.
The Drinking Water Business is a good Idea. Anyways really liked your Analysis.
Thank you, Adityan.
Superbly analysed and questioned, thanks for making us aware @ Joe metric view, Did they not say the No 1 STEP for any change was Awareness? to create a change and its a very good reflection and observation. Haters will always hate, Please keep this ongoing so this can help many do some informed choices as we progress.
What??? Do u even listen?
@@asharadhakrishnan5602 of course I did, I don't think I need anyone's permission to write my observations
Well said..nicely.interpreted!
Thank you, Jyothin.
It's a biased opinion. Vallarpadam port is still operating but not in port. Students are going out for higher education not because they don't need to study in kerala but due to the insufficient seats available. Kerala youth is going out seeking job abroad because it's easily job available in Gulf countries and they proved that it's working with huge remuneration
Why only Anantha Padbhanabha temple there very rich church mosque all'these religious places thrive on people's contribution/donation
Thank you, Krishnan. You are right, many religious institutions have mountains of wealth. The reference to the temple because that is what came up in the news this week.
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Thanks, So nice of you to take the pain of replying
Generally you have presented the whole narrative very well keep it up
In Starting I thought this guy was a genuine critic. But when reached to the Gold smuggling, picture became clear. Politically motivated.
Anyway Thanks for the first part. Mr.Sangh
As far as I know Kerala is having three main issues, Islam, Xtianity, Communism
You're right. The main issue of BJP has not yet reached kerala. Christianity in multiple ways is a blessing. Look at UP and see why bodies are floating around.
Thought is appreciated. This has been happened due to extreme politics
Thank you, Jayaraj.
Absolutely!
Currently it's the richest state in india. In terms of infrastructure, medical facilities, public welfare. Because the prime minister of India can't even do what the CM of kerala has done. Difference is that CM listens to the wise advices provided to him. Unlike modi who never listens to anyone but himself. And its not a secret, that not even one state were able to outperform kerala in terms of handling covid-19. Even in poverty kerala had a lots of experience.
Yes, Kerala has stood out in the manner in which it handled the pandemic.
Exactly right
From Kerala..malayali😍
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No way you are not correct . Who told you that Ramadan kits were from uae ?? Only few packets may be given - we are. Happy here -
Super talk mr.joe
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Thank you, Nilambur Safari
Nice information
Thank you, Muhammed.
Are you sure manorama reported about vizhinjam port on 1906 and after 114 years later started .If 1906 reported then travancore maharajas and british government must be responsible for this ..
Yes, I read it in Manorama's '100 years ago' column in 2006. Maharajas and British responsible until 1947.
"God's Own Country ruled by devils" pretty much sums it up.
Good narration of Kerala affairs. Violence and hatred goondaism is less compared to other states
Thank you, Makkah
Why don't we pool funds for mega projects like CIAL and KIAL. If the mallus try to pool funds minimum of 100K Crores from NRI's and business community, the coming decades will be ours, viz . 6 Lines road system thru coastal belt (550 Miles from Kasargod to Trivandrum), or bullet trains exposing the greenary of Kerala for tourism and faster connectivity, windmills system both sea and shore especially in Idduki, etc.