Kerala 2031 · Draft plan · Made by citizens

71+seats. One Kerala.

Why? Because nobody should have to leave Kerala to live well.

What's holding you back?

NPM31 is an informal coalition of 140 independent candidates, one for each Kerala Assembly constituency. Our goal is to help independent candidates work towards a shared public charter and win 71 or more seats. We are just starting, and building this in the open, with you.

01 · 60-second quiz

What matters most to you?

Three questions. See which issue matters most to you and how it connects to our draft ideas. This is a simple reflection, not a survey. Your answers stay on your device.

02 · Our draft ideas

8 ideas for Kerala. Swipe to read.

These are drafts to discuss. Each one still needs a cost estimate, a legal check and clear targets. Share the ones you care about.

03 · The full draft

The People's Charter

Draft for public discussion · Version 1.0. These are proposals to be questioned and improved. They are not policies already in force or legally guaranteed.

1 · Citizen Service Guarantee

Explore clear deadlines for government services, public reports on how well offices perform, and easy ways to complain or appeal.

Proposed
2 · Land records and fair use of land

Start with reliable land records, clear legal status and talks with the community. Support people whose land rights are not secure. Study slow, voluntary options for suitable unused land, while respecting existing rights, livelihoods and nature.

Proposed
3 · Every Household a Producer by 2036

Help households that want to, find realistic ways to earn: making things, offering services, selling local products or running a small business. Track whether incomes and businesses really hold up.

Proposed
4 · Using AI to listen to the public

Use technology to collect feedback and explain options. Protect privacy, be open about how it works, test for bias, and keep offline ways to take part.

Proposed
5 · Local food and being ready for shocks

Strengthen local food supply, cut avoidable waste, and be better prepared when supply or prices suddenly change.

Proposed
6 · The 100-Year Trees Policy

Encourage suitable long-living trees where conditions allow. Prefer native species, and focus on survival, long-term care and fit with the local environment.

Proposed
7 · More local decision-making

Explore clearer local responsibilities, open spending, easier access to local plans, and practical ways for communities to take part in decisions.

Proposed
8 · Fair, professional public offices

Make government offices free from political-party trade-union control. Citizens are the public's employers: offices exist to serve every citizen, not party machinery. Any reform must be lawful and protect employees' rights.

Proposed
9 · Jobs and opportunities

Support skills, new businesses, cooperatives and local businesses. Look at responsible tourism and health services. Test every policy against cost, demand and real results.

Proposed
10 · Open books

Publish goals, budgets, progress, delays and changes. Keep public consultation separate from formal NPM31 decisions.

Proposed
Standard for each commitment: it should eventually include the problem, the proposed action, a legal review, an estimated cost, who is responsible, a timeline, the risks, and ways to measure results. The final charter should be available in Malayalam and English.
04 · The NPM31 pledge

One Term. No Dynasties. No Permanent Political Careers.

Five commitments for an informal coalition of 140 independent candidates: serve for one term, make power temporary, and leave room for others to serve.

1. One Term in Power

A five-year mandate to serve the people of Kerala.

Proposed
2. The Coalition Dissolves Itself

At the end of its term, the NPM31 coalition dissolves itself. It does not seek to become a permanent political party or return to power under another name.

3. Winning MLAs Never Contest Again

Those who win and serve as MLAs under the NPM31 government pledge never to contest another Kerala Legislative Assembly election.

4. No Political Dynasties

Public office is a responsibility entrusted by citizens, not an inheritance passed between generations.

Proposed
5. No Membership Fees. No Candidate Fees. No Donations.

Participation is free. Merchandise is the movement's revenue model.

Proposed
The dream beyond NPM31

A new political standard.

We dream of a Kerala where NPM31 is not the last movement of its kind, but the beginning of a new political standard.

A Kerala where multiple coalitions, built on the same principles of temporary service, public accountability and an end to permanent political careers, compete to earn the people's mandate.

They may compete to govern. They must compete to serve better.

Each coalition accepts power for one term, honours its commitments, dissolves when its mandate ends, and leaves Kerala better than it found it.

The goal is not to replace one permanent ruling establishment with another. It is to make permanent political ownership unnecessary.

Our promise

Five years to serve. No second term. A better Kerala to leave behind.

NPM31 — Find the people, not the party.

05 · Ward Fix

One ward. One fix.

Spot one problem near you that can be fixed. Add it, support the ones you care about, and share them. Real local problems show us what to work on.

Posting rules
Describe the problem, not people. Do not add names, phone numbers or photos of private individuals. Do not post anything you would not say face to face at the panchayat office.

This is a demo. What you add stays on this device only. Photos are not saved after you close the tab, and they are re-saved without location data. A public board would first need a server, moderators and a privacy policy.

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06 · Weekly reports

A public report every week.

People should be able to check our work. This is the format we plan to follow. Real reports will start once the crew starts.

Example format · not a real report

Week 0: what each weekly report will include

  1. What we did: meetings held, people met, ideas collected.
  2. Money in and out: real figures, once any money activity begins.
  3. What we got wrong: and what we are changing.
  4. Next week: who will do what.
Status

What NPM31 is not (yet)

NPM31 is an informal coalition initiative, not a political party. The 140-candidate network is still being built; this is not yet an approved charter, a live poll, an audit, or a confirmed candidate list. We will update each status only when it is true and can be checked.

07 · Straight answers

Quick answers.

Why should I trust a new group?

You shouldn't, not yet. That is why we publish everything, start small and keep a public list of our corrections. Judge us by proof, not slogans.

Is NPM31 a political party?

No. NPM31 is an informal coalition intended to bring together 140 independent candidates across Kerala's 140 Assembly constituencies around a shared public charter. It is not a political party. The coalition and its candidate network are still being built; participation and commitments would be voluntary and subject to applicable election law.

Why only one term?

Participating independent candidates would voluntarily commit to one five-year term if elected, then step aside. This is a coalition pledge, not a legal limit on how many terms a person may serve.

Can young people stand as candidates?

You can vote from age 18. To contest a State Assembly election you generally must be 25 or older. Please check the Election Commission of India for the current rules. Anyone can read, share, discuss and help build ideas right now.

Why 140 core members?

NPM31's intended structure is an informal coalition of 140 independent candidates, corresponding to Kerala's 140 Assembly constituencies. A proposed organising team may support the work, but volunteers, supporters and applicants do not automatically become candidates.

Does a public poll decide NPM31 policy?

No. A public poll only gathers opinions and is not binding. Formal decisions need a separate, written and verified process.

How will NPM31 pay for its work?

Our principle: no donations, no membership or candidate fees, and money only from selling merchandise. The real work must follow the law, and we must report all money in and out openly.

Can I apply as a candidate here?

No. This form is only for people who want to join the founding team. Choosing candidates needs a separate application, an eligibility check, a selection process and a legal compliance check.

How will 140 independent candidates make decisions together?

The rules must be agreed openly before the coalition is formed. A proposed process is: publish each motion in writing, allow time for discussion and questions, then let each participating candidate cast one vote. Record the result and the reasons publicly. Important decisions should follow clear rules agreed in advance—not private deals or one person's command.

How would self-nomination and voting choose roles?

Anyone who meets the published criteria for a role could put their own name forward, explain why they are suited to it, and answer questions. Eligible members would then vote under a published process. The criteria, candidates, vote count and result should be recorded openly. These rules still need to be designed and agreed; this is a proposed method, not a process already in operation.

Why is voting important in a democracy?

People will not always agree. Voting gives everyone an equal, peaceful way to express a choice and helps the group reach a decision without force or personal authority deciding everything. Discussion comes first; voting records the choice. A majority result must still respect the law, basic rights and the agreed rules.

Who is an empowered citizen?

Anyone who understands: this is my country, this is my home, and its future is our shared responsibility. You do not need a title or a powerful connection to take part. Learn, ask questions, share responsibility, vote, and hold public representatives accountable.

What happens if the 140 disagree?

Disagreement is normal in a democracy. Members should be able to submit alternatives, question proposals and explain their concerns before a vote. The agreed rules should say which decisions need a simple majority and which need broader agreement. Results and minority concerns should be documented, and no vote can override the law or people's basic rights.

08 · Get involved

Don't just watch 2031. Help build it.

We are not asking for money. We are looking for reliable people who turn up and do what they say. Choose how you would like to help.

Role

Founding team

Plan and run things: coordination, research, writing, outreach or tech.

Role

Local volunteer

Listen to people nearby, host small conversations and write down practical ideas.

Role

Policy contributor

Share evidence, professional knowledge, cost estimates or legal questions.

Join the founding crew

When you send this form, it is emailed to the NPM31 admin team. We ask only for your name, district, how you can help, how much time you have, and one way to reach you.

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Please do not write ID numbers, health details, religion, caste or other sensitive details. Your details go through Google (Apps Script and Gmail) to reach the NPM31 admin inbox. We use them only to reply to your application.

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