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The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Scheduled Caste (SC) Morcha State president, Shajumon Vattekad, has accused the Kannur Corporation of failing to utilize over ₹898 crore from the Scheduled Caste Development Fund over the last four years. He claims that despite allocating over ₹21.43 crore for SC welfare between 2021-22 and 2025-26, the Corporation only spent ₹12.45 crore, leaving funds for essential services unused. Vattekad has filed a complaint with the National Commission for Scheduled Castes and plans to lead a protest against the Corporation’s administrative committee.

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Kannur Corporation Accused of Failing to Utilize Scheduled Caste Development Funds

Kannur, India – November 8, 2025 – The Kannur Corporation is facing accusations of mismanaging funds intended for the welfare of Scheduled Castes (SC). Shajumon Vattekad, State president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) SC Morcha, alleges the Corporation has failed to utilize over ₹898 crore from the Scheduled Caste Development Fund in the past four years.

According to a statement released by Vattekad, the Corporation allocated ₹21.43 crore for SC welfare between 2021-22 and 2025-26, but only spent ₹12.45 crore. Vattekad claims this underutilization demonstrates a serious lapse on the part of the Corporation’s administrative committee. He further asserts that funds earmarked for essential services like land, housing, education, employment, and drinking water have been left idle, effectively “betraying” the SC community.

“This is a grave injustice to the Scheduled Caste community,” Vattekad stated. “These funds are crucial for improving their lives and providing them with the opportunities they deserve. The Corporation’s failure to utilize them is unacceptable.”

Vattekad has filed a formal complaint with the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, requesting a thorough investigation into the matter. He also announced that the BJP SC Morcha will organize protests against the Corporation’s administrative committee to demand accountability and immediate action. The Corporation has yet to issue a statement in response to the allegations.

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