'People with BMWs, AC houses': Kerala finance department audit unveils 'beneficiaries' of pension scheme meant for EWS

An audit by Kerala's Finance Department revealed misuse of social security pensions in Kottakkal Municipality, where wealthy individuals were receiving benefits intended for the economically weak. The state government has ordered a comprehensive review and initiated a vigilance probe against involved officials. Many undeserving recipients, including government employees, were found on the beneficiary list, prompting strict disciplinary actions.
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