Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala: In a major festive relief for employees, the Kerala government has announced a record Onam bonus of ₹1,02,500 for permanent staff of the Kerala State Beverages Corporation (BEVCO).

The decision was finalised at a meeting chaired by Minister for Local Self Government, Excise and Parliamentary Affairs M B Rajesh.

The meeting, attended by all BEVCO unions, approved the bonus for permanent employees. Meanwhile, the cleaning and support staff at shops and headquarters will receive ₹6,000, up from ₹5,000 last year. The security personnel at the head office and warehouses will receive ₹12,500.

Last year, permanent staff received a bonus of ₹95,000, while the figure was ₹90,000 in 2023.