24/05/2026
To
Smt. K. A. Thulasi Thulasi Teacher
Minister for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Backward Classes Welfare
Government of Kerala
Subject: Request for Inquiry into Videsha Padana Sahayam beneficiary records and fund disbursement (2017–2022)
Respected Madam,
I respectfully submit this representation requesting a detailed inquiry into the implementation of the Videsha Padana Sahayam overseas scholarship scheme during the period 2017–2022, prior to the present Unnathi-related administration/process changes.
During my review of the publicly available beneficiary details and related records, I noticed that several beneficiary entries appear incomplete and lacking sufficient verification details.
As the scheme reportedly involved substantial public expenditure, including scholarship assistance reportedly extending up to approximately ₹25 lakh per beneficiary in some cases, there is a serious need to ensure that all disbursements were made to genuine and eligible beneficiaries in accordance with the scheme guidelines.
In the interest of transparency and protection of SC/ST welfare funds, I humbly request that the Government may kindly order a detailed enquiry/audit into:
Beneficiary verification from 2017–2022,
Authenticity of beneficiary records,
Completeness of beneficiary database,
University admission verification,
Course completion verification,
Fund disbursement records,
Any irregularitie UI s, duplicate entries, or ineligible beneficiary approvals,
Audit and accountability mechanisms followed during the said period.
I further request that the inquiry may specifically examine whether all sanctioned amounts were properly utilised for the intended educational purposes and whether all beneficiaries satisfied the prescribed eligibility conditions.
Since these funds are intended for the educational advancement of Scheduled Caste students, ensuring transparency and accountability in implementation is of utmost public importance.
I request your kind intervention and necessary action in this matter.
Yours faithfully,
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