Keralam government sanctions ₹32 crore for ‘Pravasi’ welfare pensions ahead of Onam
‘Pravasi’ pension is paid at the rate of ₹3,500 for Keralites who are abroad, and ₹3,000 to individuals who are working in other States or have returned
The Keralam government has authorized the release of 32 crore rupees to pay welfare pensions to non-resident Keralites, also known as 'pravasi'. This payment had been delayed for several months. The pension will be deposited directly into the bank accounts of the beneficiaries before the upcoming Onam festival, as confirmed by Chief Minister V.D.
Satheesan's office. The United Democratic Front (UDF) government explained that this delay occurred due to the previous Left Democratic Front (LDF) government diverting pension funds for other uses. The 'Pravasi' pension is paid at a rate of 3,500 rupees for Keralites residing abroad and 3,000 rupees for those working in other states or who have returned.
As of May 2026, the Kerala Non-Resident Keralites' Welfare Fund Board had approximately 9.5 lakh members and 94,666 pensioners. To be eligible for this pension, beneficiaries must be aged between 18 and 55 and have consistently remitted their contributions. They begin receiving monthly payments after turning 60. Those who join membership between the ages of 55 and 60 start receiving the pension after five years of paying their contributions. The sanctioned amount reflects the government's commitment to its expatriate Keralite population.
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