Claims about Kerala’s lack of development have become a recurring theme in political speeches, especially during election campaigns. But how much of this is grounded in fact, and how much is political rhetoric? A closer look at key indicators reveals a clear gap between perception and reality.

Kerala Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Rajeev Chandrasekhar recently argued that the state’s low infant mortality rate (IMR) is largely due to migration reducing the number of births. However, experts point out that IMR is measured per 1,000 live births, meaning the number of births alone does not determine the rate. Instead, infant survival depends on factors such as access to healthcare, nutrition, and overall living standards.

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