1. KERA Project – ₹2,365.50 crore World Bank‑supported initiative for climate‑resilient agriculture.
2. MGNREGS – ₹3,875.76 crore for 10.5 crore workdays under rural employment.
3. Rural Development Sector – ₹7,098.74 crore total outlay for village infrastructure and livelihoods.
4. Comprehensive Rice Development Programme – royalty of ₹5,500 per hectare to paddy farmers.
5. Kerala Agricultural University Research Scheme – new projects for crop innovation and technology.
6. Comprehensive Vegetable Development Project – expansion of local vegetable cultivation.
7. Coconut Development Scheme – productivity and value‑addition initiatives.
8. Spices Development Scheme – support for pepper, cardamom, and turmeric clusters.
9. High‑Value Horticulture Hub – to promote export‑grade fruits and vegetables.
10. Perumatty Agro Innovation Park – pilot agro‑tech hub in Palakkad.
11. Crop Insurance Scheme – strengthened coverage for farmers against climate risks.
12. Animal Husbandry Modernisation – portable ABC Centres for stray‑dog sterilisation.
13. Milma Milk Powder Factory – new processing plant in Malappuram.
14. Global Dairy Village – integrated dairy research and training centre at Dharmadom, Kannur.
15. Punargeham Rehabilitation Scheme – expanded support for displaced coastal families.
16. Group Insurance Scheme for Fisherfolk – coverage for 2.36 lakh beneficiaries.
17. Forest Protection Scheme – enhanced anti‑poaching and fire‑control measures.
18. Human–Wildlife Conflict Mitigation Programme – community‑based prevention and compensation.
19. Beat Forest Officer Recruitment – 500 new posts reserved for ST community.
20. Elephant Sanctuary Improvement Plan – habitat and safety upgrades.
21. Net Zero Carbon Scheme – expansion to 500 Local Self Governments.
22. Wayanad Development Package – integrated tribal and eco‑tourism development.
23. Kozhikode and Aluva Fish Market Renovation Projects – modernisation of major fish trade hubs.
24. Coastal Area Development Programme – infrastructure and livelihood support for fisherfolk.
25. Agro‑Entrepreneurship Promotion – collaboration between LSGs and Industries Department.
26. Climate‑Smart Forestry Programme – sustainable forest management and biodiversity protection.
27. Integrated Livestock Development Plan – dairy, poultry, and fodder self‑sufficiency.
28. Community‑based Fisheries Management – strengthening cooperatives and cold‑chain facilities.
29. Rural Innovation Labs – pilot projects for technology‑driven village enterprises.
30. Kerala Green Mission – convergence of agriculture, forestry, and renewable‑energy goals.
31. Launch of Green Hydrogen Valley to promote clean energy.
32. Initiatives for an old-age friendly Kerala and new approaches to development.
    

Financial proposals and resource mobilisation highlights

💰 Court Fee & Legal Revisions

• Court fees revised after two decades; new slabs introduced.
• Bail applications: ₹500 in High Court, ₹200 in Sessions Court.
• SARFAESI petitions: ₹1,000 fee.
• Arbitration petitions: ₹1,000 fee; foreign award execution up to ₹50,000.
• Expected additional revenue: ₹150 crore.

🚍 Motor Vehicles Taxation

• Simplified quarterly tax for contract carriages:
  • 6–12 seats: ₹350 per seat.
  • 13–20 seats: ₹600 per seat.
  • 20+ seats: ₹900 per seat.
• Sleeper berth buses: reduced from ₹1,800 to ₹1,500 per berth.
• Stage carriage tax reduced by 10% (loss of ₹9 crore).
• Vehicles older than 15 years: 50% hike in road tax (gain of ₹55 crore).
• Electric vehicles: lifetime tax raised to 8–10% for higher-cost EVs (extra ₹30 crore revenue).

📊 GST & Amnesty Schemes

• General Amnesty 2025: arrears settlement at reduced rates (50% with litigation, 60% without).
• Flood Cess Amnesty 2025: clear dues up to July 2021 without penalty/interest.
• Distillery Arrears Settlement Scheme 2025: waiver of fines/interest if tax paid in full.
• Strengthened GST enforcement with confiscation powers.

🏠 Land & Registration

• Basic land tax increased by 50%:
  • Panchayat: ₹7.5–₹12 per are.
  • Municipality: ₹15–₹22.5 per are.
  • Corporation: ₹30–₹45 per are.
• Expected additional revenue: ₹100 crore.
• Gehan registration fees revised (₹100–₹500 depending on loan size).

🌿 Government Land Lease

• Lease rent arrears (₹445.39 crore due, only ₹9.18 crore collected).
• Policy rationalised: lease rates linked to fair value, not market value.
• One-time settlement scheme for arrears.

📌 Budget Estimate 2025–26:

• Revenue Receipts: ₹1,52,351.67 crore
• Revenue Expenditure: ₹1,79,476.20 crore
• Revenue Deficit: ₹27,124.53 crore
• Capital Expenditure: ₹16,871.80 crore
• Cumulative Deficit: ₹1,269.46 crore

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