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- Thiruvananthapuram
- CM: V. D. Satheesan
- INC
- 14 districts
Latest state brief
From 15 November 2026
State Overview
Across multiple districts, law enforcement agencies reported arrests and seizures related to fisheries, drugs, and theft, while administrative bodies addressed seasonal transit preparations and infrastructure maintenance. Regional reports also highlighted plantation labor disputes, judicial observations, and safety incidents.
Key Issues Across Kerala
- Reported
Fisheries inspections in Ernakulam resulted in the seizure of 20 tonnes of undersized fish and fines for three commercial boats.
- Reported
Seven tea estates in Vandiperiyar announced a lockout following localized weather hazards and safety incidents.
- Official statement
The Kerala High Court stated that the legislature should consider lowering the juvenile age limit to 16.
- Reported
An IndiGo flight made an emergency landing in Kannur following a reported bomb scare.
Positive Developments
The Jeevadhara project was launched in Kannur to conserve rare Western Ghats tree species, alongside completed road financial upgrades ahead of the Sabarimala transit season.
Citizen Action
Citizens can monitor municipal and departmental advisories regarding seasonal travel, transit safety, and verified public service updates.
Sources
Districts of Kerala14
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District data
Population
Largest first
| District | Chart | people |
|---|---|---|
| Malappuram | 4.11 M | |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 3.30 M | |
| Ernakulam | 3.28 M | |
| Thrissur | 3.12 M | |
| Kozhikode | 3.09 M | |
| Palakkad | 2.81 M | |
| Kollam | 2.63 M | |
| Kannur | 2.52 M | |
| Alappuzha | 2.13 M | |
| Kottayam | 1.97 M | |
| Kasaragod | 1.31 M | |
| Pathanamthitta | 1.20 M |
Literacy rate
Percentage of people who can read and write
| District | Chart | percent |
|---|---|---|
| Kottayam | 97% | |
| Pathanamthitta | 97% | |
| Alappuzha | 96% | |
| Ernakulam | 96% | |
| Kannur | 95% | |
| Kozhikode | 95% | |
| Thrissur | 95% | |
| Kollam | 94% | |
| Malappuram | 93% | |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 93% | |
| Idukki | 92% | |
| Kasaragod | 90% |
Sex ratio
Females per 1,000 males · the line marks parity
| District | Chart | females per 1,000 males |
|---|---|---|
| Pathanamthitta | 1126 | |
| Kollam | 1113 | |
| Thrissur | 1108 | |
| Kozhikode | 1101 | |
| Alappuzha | 1100 | |
| Malappuram | 1098 | |
| Kannur | 1097 | |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 1087 | |
| Kasaragod | 1072 | |
| Palakkad | 1059 | |
| Kottayam | 1040 | |
| Ernakulam | 1027 |