THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: As the new ministry is all set to take over, DC spoke to a cross section of youth about their expectations from the LDF ministry led by Pinarayi Vijayan. Dhanesh Ravindran, MCJ student at Karivattom campus believes that the the LDF Government would do extremely well under Pinarayi’s able leadership and his vast experience as a politician and administrator.
“Only a strict and disciplined leader can be a good captain and Pinarayi has all these qualities,” he said and hoped he would continue the previous UDF government’s programs like Start Up Villages to encourage young entrepreneurs.
Jeeva Maria Joy, who topped the recent civil service rank list from the city, hoped that the LDF would fulfil the promises made in its manifesto.
“The government should ensure there are no scandals and scams. Also it is a good opportunity for Pinarayi to reach out to people outside the party fold. Besides it should also deal sternly with fascist and communal forces,” she said. The government should give top priority for safety of women and children.
“Pinarayi is a forward looking administrator. I am sure he will work tirelessly for the welfare of the people,” Navaneeth Jacob Jose, a freelance writer. He expected the new government to ensure corruption free governance, fast public delivery system and accountability of officials. “Compared to his predecessors, Pinarayi is a tough administrator and can deliver,” he added.
“Only time will tell whether Pinarayi Vijayan will be a good administrator or not. But I am sure it will be a better government than the UDF,” said Annie Zerin Jacob, a techie. She wanted the government to check atrocities against women and children and practical solution for flooding and frequent sea erosion.
Anand R Nair, final year biotechnology student at SCT College of Engineering said Pinarayi Vijayan would be a “Modi-like administrator. “He will be able to take decisions swiftly. I want this government to create job opportunities to lakhs of engineers who graduate each year,” he said.
He said the new ministry should not be averse to foreign investments. Besides, it should deal with a heavy hand the moral police brigade, promote dialogue with youth and check atrocities against women and children.
