Kozhikode: Filmmaker Santhosh Pandit has shared over 30 promises he would pursue if he became the Chief Minister of Kerala. His “manifesto” mixes serious proposals with humorous and curious ideas, sparking thousands of likes and comments on Facebook.

Santhosh Pandit revealed the list of promises through a Facebook post, asking followers to comment on which points they agree with. He also noted that, despite sharing his vision, he understands he may never even become a ward member, and that the post is more of a playful dream than an actual political plan.

Here is the full list of Santhosh Pandit’s proposals if he becomes Kerala CM:

  • Immediately ban alcohol, while allowing lotteries to continue. End politics in schools and colleges.
  • Cap the salary of government officials earning above ₹1.5 lakh at ₹1.5 lakh.
  • Stop non-vegetarian meals in prisons, offering only vegetarian food. End wages for prison workers. Inmates’ food costs will be charged to their families or directly deducted from their bank accounts.
  • Help new entrepreneurs start businesses with minimal legal formalities, eliminating the need for multiple NOCs from various offices. Aim to make Kerala business-friendly and attract foreign investment.
  • Divide Malappuram district into new districts named Tirur and Manjeri, allocating ₹300 crore for development in the new districts.
  • Permanently solve the stray dog problem by neutering and relocating them to special shelters, with funding from panchayats, municipalities, and corporations.
  • Ban begging. Charities must use a verified government account and live-stream transactions, supervised by officials, to ensure transparency.
  • Install CCTV cameras on all vehicles, and for all houses and commercial buildings above 1,500 sq ft, cover all four sides.
  • Provide travel opportunities (plane, train, ship) for those who have never travelled before, aiming to make all Keralites happy.
  • Develop Kerala as a tourist hub, enhancing facilities and making lodging easier for visitors.
  • Give the police full freedom to crack down on the drug and organ mafias.
  • Hold weekly online interactions with citizens for complaints and updates through a dedicated app.
  • Schools will reopen on May 2. During monsoon months (June–August), there will be two 15-day breaks.
  • Government offices will close on Saturdays; office hours will be adjusted from 9:15 am to 5:30 pm. Annual government tours to other states will be mandatory, with expenses covered.
  • Prioritise repairing existing damaged roads before constructing new ones.
  • All Malayalis must perform short morning exercises, with implementation supported by Kudumbashree programmes to reduce lifestyle diseases.
  • Government-sponsored hotels in all local bodies offering meals at minimal cost: ₹25 for lunch, ₹15 for breakfast, ₹15 for dinner.
  • All unmarried women over 18 will receive ₹3,000 per month. Later, widows and seriously ill individuals will also be considered.
  • No new KSRTC recruitments until profitability is achieved. Routes will be reviewed, and fare adjustments made. Tour packages and Sabarimala operations will be budget-friendly.
  • Education ministers will be qualified professionals, bringing more vocational and professional courses to schools and colleges. Students aspiring to study or work abroad will receive guidance.
  • Moral policing will be strictly prohibited; consensual relationships between adults will not be interfered with, with public awareness videos shared.
  • Police will be instructed to relax helmet enforcement; insurance will cover head injuries in accidents.
  • Strengthen local ward committees, fund them, and appoint qualified male and female representatives. Ensure citizens’ welfare during emergencies, including free meals for children in affected households. Keep full records of all residents, including non-Keralites.
  • Non-local workers in Kerala must register on a new app; employers must hire only registered workers, or face heavy fines.
  • Public happiness will be measured annually through a unique ID system for every citizen.
  • Launch official government YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram channels to share information without political bias.
  • End Kerala’s dependence on central loans for alcohol, lottery, taxes, and other minor charges; review new tax policies.
  • Promote cost-effective, high-quality healthcare and prevent misuse of regulatory powers that shut down industries, factories, or hospitals unnecessarily.
  • Take strong action against contagious diseases and prevent river pollution.
  • Require ground-level parking for all new shops and commercial buildings.
  • Provide support for women travelling alone at night through women’s police and a dedicated app for safe transport to bus stands, railway stations, and airports.
  • Appoint qualified professionals as Health Minister; ensure safe and high-quality medical care throughout Kerala.
  • Move school and college special classes online, while holidays will coincide with festivals, college days, and tours.

Santhosh Pandit ended his post with a reminder that this list is a dream, written in jest, and invited readers to comment on which points they support.