Thiruvananthapuram Mayor Launches ‘Mayor Care’ Initiative, Distributes Over 5,000 School Kits to Needy Students
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- •Thiruvananthapuram Mayor V.V. Rajesh launched the ‘Mayor Care’ initiative on May 31, 2026, distributing school kits to over 5,000 students aged 5-16.
- •The initiative was developed after the BJP-led corporation aimed to integrate expert opinion and community resources into civic planning over the next five years.
- •School kits were distributed to economically weaker students in government and aided schools to support their educational needs without diverting existing funds.
- •Over 5,000 kits were received within two to three days through public donations, demonstrating trust in the civic body’s programmes.
- •The General Education Department identified beneficiaries, and distribution will be overseen by ward councillors to ensure transparency and community participation.
Thiruvananthapuram, June 1, 2026: Mayor of Thiruvananthapuram, V.V. Rajesh, inaugurated the distribution of school bags, books, and study materials under the newly launched ‘Mayor Care’ initiative by the city corporation on Saturday. Speaking during the inauguration, Mayor Rajesh highlighted that the initiative was conceptualized after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) assumed control of the corporation. The programme was designed to integrate political leadership, employees, and sectoral experts to formulate five-year plans and leverage resources from well-wishers to enhance the effectiveness of civic body activities.
