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Kerala Pravasi Association moves SC over steep airfare challenges for Gulf travelers

The Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA) has taken a significant step by filing a petition in the Supreme Court, to address the exorbitant air travel fares to and from the Gulf, a pressing concern for NRIs. The petition was filed challenging Rule-135 of the Indian Aviation Act, which empowers airlines to fix ticket prices. The petition seeks a reduction in airfares and the establishment of a cap on these fares, asserting that the existing Rule-135 of the Indian Aviation Act, grants airlines unchecked authority to determine ticket prices. This action has been taken in response to what the KPA perceives as unjust exploitation of Indian travelers through exorbitant fare hikes by airlines, creating a violation of the citizen's right to travel.

Every air transport undertaking is expected to operate in accordance with sub-rules (1) and (2) of rule 134, which establish the tariff by considering all factors including the cost of operation and the characteristics of the service.

But a lack of clear guidelines or transparency in the tariff fixation process has allowed airlines to raise fares without restraint and unfair exploitation of the vulnerable diaspora.

Consequently, both international and domestic fares have surged, with international fares increasing by 40% and domestic fares by 20%. The Gulf region witnesses the highest fare hikes during holiday seasons, between June to September, with airlines citing escalating fuel prices as the rationale.

Price hikes in popular sectors like Dubai – Kochi, and Thiruvananthapuram, reached exorbitant levels, leaving passengers with limited options. The airlines’ exorbitant rates touched Rs 1,04,738 for flights to Kochi and up to Rs 2,45,829 for flights to Thiruvananthapuram. This rate is expected to continue till the end of September.

The Kerala Pravasi Association says that the government has failed to take necessary actions to curb the anti-consumer practices of airline companies, leaving expatriates with no choice but to pay Rs 40,000 to Rs 1.5 lakh for tickets that were previously available for Rs 7,000.
The petition also references the government’s previous intervention in setting fare caps for domestic flights based on flight duration. Currently, the rule states that flights of less than 40 minutes’ duration cannot be charged above Rs 2,900 (excluding GST) and above Rs 8,800 (excluding GST) per passenger.

The petition highlights the need for a similar regulatory approach for international fares. The Kerala Pravasi Association is advocating for necessary amendments to the aircraft rules to establish minimum and maximum fare limits for airlines, providing much-needed relief to travelers.
The Kerala Pravasi Association had also filed a petition in the Delhi High Court and have reached out to Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and the Director General of Civil Aviation, expressing their concerns about uncontrollable fare increases following a directive from the Delhi High Court. This demonstrates their determination to seek a resolution to the ongoing issue.
The petition was filed on behalf of the association by Chairman Rajendran Vellapalath and President, Ashwani Nambarambath.

KPA appeal to SC as airfares from Gulf soar ahead of Onam season

Expatriates play a vital role in bolstering the economy of their home country. Their contributions, often lauded by leaders, are key to our nation's development. However, despite all this, there exists a stark contrast in the treatment of expatriates when it comes to their well-being. This Onam season, the exorbitant surge in airfares has once again raised concerns about the financial burden imposed on expatriates, who contribute so much for their families and homeland.

The staggering rise in airfare rates during this festive period has been widely condemned as an act of burdening expatriates who wish to celebrate Onam with their families. Air ticket prices that once stood at an affordable INR 7,000 have escalated to a staggering INR 40,000 to INR 1.5 lakh. Such elevated rates – INR 64,000 for Kozhikode-Dubai sector, INR 1,04,738 for Kochi, and INR 2,45,829 for Thiruvananthapuram – are anticipated to persist until the end of September.

Even travelers headed to emirates such as Sharjah and Abu Dhabi are not exempt from this predicament.

The expatriate community is grappling with these unjustified fares, prompting the Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA) to take legal action. The KPA has appealed to the Supreme Court of India in case no. 34051/2023 dated 19-08-2023, seeking intervention against the Union Department of External Affairs, Department of Law and Justice, and the Director General of Aviation. KPA claims their contention is rooted in the belief that certain provisions within aircraft rules that enable excessive fare charges are unconstitutional and it is key to establish a range of minimum and maximum fares for airlines. It is only seeking redress through the courts.

While this legal pursuit aims for resolution, the plight faced by the expatriate community is undeniable.
The fact that this matter had to escalate to a court case reflects the struggle of not only the expatriates but also concerned citizens. If the Central Government fails to curtail the airlines’ exploitative pricing tactics, veiled under the economics of supply and demand, expatriates must consider strong and united protests to protect their rights.

It is imperative for all democrats, particularly the diaspora, to rally together and fight for their rights.
As the nation celebrates Onam, it’s a timely reminder that the same appreciation shown for the contributions of expatriates should extend to their rights and well-being as well.

Kerala Pravasi Association's district conferences in Malapuram is all set to take place on July 22, 2023 at the PMR Grandays Hotel.

Kerala Pravasi Association's district conferences in Malapuram is all set to take place on July 22, 2023 at the PMR Grandays Hotel. The district conferences, which began on April 30 in Kannur, are being held across the state ahead of their state representative meetings in August. Honorable Kerala Pravasi Association National Chairman Mr. Rajendran Vellapalath, National President Mrs. Aswani Nambarambath, and National General Secretary Mr. Jerry Raju will address the meeting.

These meetings serve as a platform for the Kerala Pravasi Association to reaffirm their commitment to the people of the state by utilizing the skills and expertise of the diaspora population and bringing development to the country.

KPA was formed under the leadership of expatriates with the goal of a self-sufficient Kerala. It has been a year since KPA received the approval of the Central Election Commission and has been steadfastly working towards reshaping the political landscape of Kerala.

Today, any Indian citizen who has completed 18 years of age can join KPA and work for the betterment of the community. KPA has been addressing issues neglected by mainstream political parties with their fast-moving action plan.

The Kerala Pravasi Association Trust was formed to implement nine of the 36 projects related to the daily lives of the people of the country.

The party has successfully moved ahead in its efforts to build 1000 houses as part of its “Ayiram Veedu” project, for deserving people in the state. As part of this, a ceremony for the handover of the keys for the first two houses was held in Mavur Panchayat last December. Governor of Goa Shri Sreedharan Pillai handed over the keys in the presence of Kozhikode Parliament MP Shri Raghavan.

Along with this, they are committed to creating jobs based on merit, in the country or abroad, with the aim of ensuring employment for at least one person in every household. KPA’s job portal pravasijobs.com will be launched within a few days.

KPA intends to implement these projects with the help of people’s participation and has ensured all legal procedures are being followed to accept CSR, Crowd Funding, and Donations.

KPA Pathanamthitta District Representative Conference July - 16th Sunday

The Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA) was formed a year ago, to provide a better quality of life for the people of the state. KPA is the only independent political party formed under the leadership of expatriates, and is approved by the Central Election Commission.

The diaspora remains a large, disorganized community that has been ignored by many successive governments. KPA aims to utilize the skill and expertise of the diaspora to bring development to the state and the country.

KPA has been moving forward with a strong stance in the contemporary politics of the country.

During the last one year, they have been able to organize various programs in different parts of the state. Today, any Indian citizen who has completed 18 years of age can join KPA and work for the betterment of the community. KPA has been addressing issues neglected by mainstream political parties with their fast-moving action plan.

Within a short period of time, the State Committee under the National Council, District, Corporation, Municipality, Panchayat, and Ward Committees are in the process of being created.

The Kerala Pravasi Association Trust was formed to implement nine of the 36 projects with utmost importance. KPA intends to implement these nine projects with the people's participation, ensuring all legal procedures are being followed to accept CSR, Crowd Funding, and Donations.

Along with this, they are committed to creating jobs based on merit, in the country or abroad, with the aim of ensuring employment for at least one person in every household. KPA’s job portal pravasijobs.com will be launched within a few days.

KPA also continues in its efforts to build 1000 houses as part of its “Ayiram Veedu” project, for deserving people in the state. As part of this, a ceremony for the handover of the keys for the first two houses was held in Mavur Panchayat last December. Governor of Goa Shri Sreedharan Pillai handed over the keys in the presence of Kozhikode Parliament MP Shri Raghavan.

In its efforts to continue its philanthropic activities across the state, the party held various district meetings, ahead of the state representative meetings, which began on April 30 in Kannur.

The Pathanamthitta District Representative Conference took place on July 16, 2023 at the New Indraprastha Hotel, Adoor. Honorable Kerala Pravasi Association National Chairman Mr. Rajendran Vellapalath, National President Mrs. Aswani Nambarambath, and National General Secretary Mr. Jerry Raju were present.

The party will hold its state conference after the completion of all district conferences by the month of August.

Join KPA and let us build a New Kerala together.

Supreme Court intervenes petition filed by KPA Chairman Dr Rajendran Vellapalath and President Aswani Nambarambath to ensure the quality of anti-rabies vaccines, including the state as a party.

The Supreme Court has made the state a party to the petition filed by Kerala Pravasi Association’s Chairman, Dr Rajendran Vellapalath and President, Ms Aswani Nambarambath, seeking intervention to ensure the quality of anti-rabies vaccine administered in the state. The action was taken by a bench comprising Justice Aniruddha Bose and Justice CT Ravikumar.

Justice CT Ravikumar said during the hearing that the situation in Kerala was serious, and the Supreme Court issued a notice to the state. The court also directed a copy of the petition to the Solicitor General for the Centre.

The court intervened in a petition filed by the Kerala Pravasi Association seeking immediate intervention to ensure the quality of anti-rabies vaccines given to humans and dogs. The court had earlier sent a notice to the Centre.

In recent years, many people who have been bitten by dogs have died of poisoning.

The main demand of the petition is that an independent expert panel should be tasked to study the effectiveness of intradermal rabies vaccines (IDRVs). According to the National Center for Disease Control, manufacturing a rabies vaccine for humans is a complex process that requires at least three to four months for manufacturing and testing. The petitioners argued that there have been incidents where the vaccine reached Kerala within 14 days of its manufacture. Kerala Pravasi Association filed a petition in the Supreme Court through KMMNP Law.

KPA Thrissur District Representative Conference May 28th, 2023

The Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA) is conducting its district meetings, which began on April 30 in Kannur, ahead of its scheduled state representative meeting in August.

The Thrissur District Representative Conference took place on May 28, 2023 at the Thrissur Pearl Regency Auditorium. Honorable Kerala Pravasi Association National Chairman Mr. Rajendran Vellapalath, National President Mrs. Aswani Nambarambath and National General Secretary Mr. Jerry Raju were present at the event.

The Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA) was formed a year ago, to provide a better quality of life for the people of the state. KPA is the only independent political party formed under the leadership of expatriates and is approved by the Central Election Commission.

The diaspora remains a large, disorganized community that has been ignored by many successive governments. KPA aims to utilize the skill and expertise of the diaspora to bring development to the state and the country.

KPA has been moving forward with a strong stance in the contemporary politics of the country. During the last one year, they have been able to organize various programs in different parts of the state. Today, any Indian citizen who has completed 18 years of age can join KPA and work for the betterment of the community. KPA has been addressing issues neglected by mainstream political parties with their fast-moving action plan.

Within a short period of time, the State Committee under the National Council, District, Corporation, Municipality, Panchayat, and Ward Committees are in the process of being created.

The Kerala Pravasi Association Trust was formed to implement nine of the 36 projects with utmost importance. KPA intends to implement these nine projects with the people's participation, ensuring all legal procedures are being followed to accept CSR, Crowd Funding, and Donations.

Along with this, they are committed to creating jobs based on merit, in the country or abroad, with the aim of ensuring employment for at least one person in every household. KPA’s job portal pravasijobs.com will be launched within a few days.

KPA also continues in its efforts to build 1000 houses as part of its “Ayiram Veedu” project, for deserving people in the state. As part of this, a ceremony for the handover of the keys for the first two houses was held in Mavur Panchayat last December. Governor of Goa Shri Sreedharan Pillai handed over the keys in the presence of Kozhikode Parliament MP Shri Raghavan.

In its efforts to continue its philanthropic activities across the state, the party held various district meetings, ahead of the state representative meetings, which began on April 30 in Kannur.

The Thrissur District Representative Conference took place on May 28, 2023 at the Thrissur Pearl Regency Auditorium. Honorable Kerala Pravasi Association National Chairman Mr. Rajendran Vellapalath, National President Mrs. Aswani Nambarambath and National General Secretary Mr. Jerry Raju were present at the event.

The party will hold its state conference after the completion of all district conferences by the month of August.

Join KPA and let us build a New Kerala together.

The Kozhikode District Conference was held at Nalanda Auditorium, Kozhikode on May 6, 2023

The district conferences of Kerala Pravasi Association started on April 30 in Kannur ahead of the state conferences. About 470 representatives from various panchayats, municipalities and corporations of Kannur district participated in the conference. KPA National Chairman Shri. Rajendran Vellapalath, National President Smt. Ashwani Nambarambath, National General Secretary Mr. Jerry Raju and other National Council leaders also addressed the delegates.

Kerala Pravasi Association National General Secretary Mr. Jerry Raju, National Council Member Mrs. Beena Sunil, Kannur District President Mr. Muhammad Iqbal, Secretary Mr. Rupesh Pullanjiothan and Treasurer Mr. Manoj Mathew attended the press conference. For more information visit KPA's website. The Kozhikode District Conference was held at Nalanda Auditorium, Kozhikode on May 6, 2023.

It has been a year since KPA received the approval of the Central Election Commission. The party continues to work towards the decisive involvement of non-residents in changing the political front equations of Kerala.

Any person of Indian citizenship who has attained the age of 18 can become a member of the party, which focuses on change by studying 36 areas related to people's daily lives and formulating development models. It provides an opportunity for selfless public servants working at ward levels to join the KPA and creates opportunities in the democratic process. The KPA entered the scene by filing a writ before the Supreme Court of India seeking the right of the 18 million expatriates to cast their votes in elections from where they stand, just as other democracies provide facilities for their citizens to cast their votes. It is noteworthy that the KPA has come forward with this demand when no other mainstream political movement has so far demanded expatriate voting rights.

KPA also completed three housing projects in Kozhikode district as part of its “Ayiram Veedu” project. As part of solving unemployment and creating new employment opportunities including for the young generation, new, expatriate jobs are being created and project formulation work is in its final stages. This scheme gives hope to thousands of educated unemployed youth.

The KPA is making a systematic effort to launch its presence in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections and become a decisive force in the assembly through the 2026 assembly elections. KPA’s stand against bandhs, hartals and violent protests that make people’s lives miserable has already become the talk of Kerala politics.

The Kannur District Conference was held at Payyambalam Krishna Auditorium on April 30

Kozhikode is gearing up for its first state conference of the Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA) in the month of August 2023. Ahead of this, district meetings were held by being held by KPA National Chairman Shri. Rajendran Vellapalath, National President Mrs. Ashwani Nambarambath, Secretary Shri. Besides Jerry Raju, other leaders and over 400 delegates.

The Kannur District Conference was held at Payyambalam Krishna Auditorium on April 30. The event highlighted three core resolutions, that were discussed and passed in the district conference. These include comprehensive development of Kozhikode district, tourism sector of the district, development matters of Kozhikode including Grasim Company land dispute, scientific waste disposal, problems of farmers especially coconut farmers and other issues of NRI malayalees.

The KPA is making a systematic effort to launch its presence in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections and become a decisive force in the assembly through the 2026 assembly elections. KPA’s stand against bandhs, hartals and violent protests that make people’s lives miserable has already become the talk of Kerala politics.

The party under its slogan, “Self-sufficient Kerala through expatriates” has constructed houses through its “Ayiram Veedu” project, for two families belonging to the poor and economically backward community. The party is focused on increasing the inflow of youth members through such schemes.

Kerala Pravasi Association National Council Member Mrs. Beena Sunil, Kannur District President Mr. Muhammad Iqbal, Secretary Mr. Rupesh Pullanjiothan and Treasurer Mr. Manoj Mathew also attended the press conference.

KPA to approach courts to take over the Mavoor Grasim Industries lands

The Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA) will approach the court demanding that the land in Mavur owned by Grasim Rayons be seized. Even two decades after the closure of the company, the land remains abandoned by the Grasim Industries.

KPA will approach the court with the above demands. Currently, the party has joined hands in the case filed against the Birla Corporation, in the High Court. In the meanwhile, KPA plans to organize a seminar in Mavur, in the second week of March, to explore the industrial potential of the land along with continuing the legal process. KPA highlighted that it was time for the Government to take over the land in Mavur owned by Birla; provide direction to start government-owned enterprises on this land and facilitate those are are able and experienced to start the industry.

The seminar will be organized by including political leaders and experts. The theme of the seminar is “Development Possibilities of Malabar in view of Grasim land in Mavur”. The date of the event will be announced in the near future.

Grasim Industries shut down their company in Kozhikode in 2001, while the land continues to remain in possession of the Birla Group management. 246 acres of the land, which was acquired by the Government in three phases was handed to the company and should have been returned when the wood pulp factory ceased operations. Denial in doing so, provides the government to provision to seize the land.

But even after two decades of its closure the land remains as is. On March 21, 2006 an order for demolition within 30 days was passed, the process was caught in legal wrangles with both the LDF and UDF governments, the Birla Group obtained stay orders from the High Court and ceased all plans to vacate. It continues to remain a mystery that the government reversed the order.

The possibilities on how to utilize the land in a better way that will ensure maximum job opportunities to the people, can lead to a big development revolution in the Malabar area. This was the core purpose behind EMS government’s handing over of the land to the Gwalior Rayons Company as well. Mavur, once known as the “High Wage Island” because of Gwalior Industries , must be given the opportunity to reclaim that title.

KPA demands that the Pinarayi government should honor this and make that dream of EMS a reality. KPA National Chairman Rajendran Vellapalath, Kozhikode District Secretary Mansoor Muin, district committee members Venugopal Vetummal, Shaji MK, Mavur Panchayat Committee Secretary Sajevan led the press conference, asking for an immediate step up

Foreign Universities must be welcomed, to prevent brain drain and financial loss for Indian students

A radical change is necessary in the higher education sector in India by welcoming International universities and institutions to the country. By giving foreign universities an opportunity to operate their campus in our country, the country can retain its foreign students, promote India as a global education hub as well as save foreign exchange losses.
In a first, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has unveiled a draft regulation facilitating foreign universities and institutions to set up campuses in India which will allow them the autonomy in determining fees, as well as a 90-day approval process.

After Chinese students, today Indians make up the largest number of foreign students in countries such as the US, UK and Australia.

By promoting India as a global education hub, the Ministry of External Affairs hopes to retain the estimated 1.3 lakh students (2022 figures) who are studying abroad. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) this accounts for foreign exchange of Rs 5 billion (FY 2021-2022), which was lost as students chose to pursue their education abroad.

Welcoming foreign universities will pave the way for India to become a global destination for education. This will not only prevent brain drain and financial loss of Indian students studying abroad but also attract foreign students to India. These institutions will also have the autonomy to decide its fee structure and will not face the limits imposed on Indian institutions, as long as they are ‘fair and transparent’. The universities must also ensure they do not offer ‘any such programs which may endanger the national interest of India or the standard of higher education in India.’

A legislative framework facilitating the entry will be put in place, and universities will be given special dispensation regarding regulatory, governance, and content norms on par with other autonomous institutions of India. The Foreign Exchange Management Act will be followed when it comes to situations involving money and funding.

But along with this, it is also time necessary for the government to develop better infrastructure, that will support international students, in the country. Better jobs and better safety must be prioritized. The long term impact on the existing Indian educational institutions may also prove to be beneficial. The current breed of outdated institutions in India will be subject to dose of competition, which will turn to be positive. It will encourage competition among various players in the country and allow faculty-to-faculty research collaboration among various universities.

Such moves should be welcomed at this time when a radical change in the field of education is necessary. Before voicing any opposition, we should be ready to assess how this move will benefit the future of education in India and our future generations. Now is not the time for cynicism and criticism.

KPA wholeheartedly welcomes the decision by the UGC.

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