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Keralam CM discusses growth, investment opportunities with social media influencers from BRICS nations

Keralam CM V.D. Satheesan discusses development and investment opportunities with social media influencers from 19 BRICS nations.

Keralam CM discusses growth, investment opportunities with social media influencers from BRICS nations

Discussions also covered the State’s expanding port and aviation infrastructure, as well as its pool of talent comprising world-class doctors, engineers, and IT experts

Published - September 15, 2026 11:20 am IST - THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Keralam Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan | Photo Credit: R.K. Nithin

Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan met with 35 prominent content creators and social media influencers from 19 BRICS member and partner nations at his official residence, Cliff House, in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday.

The Chief Minister briefed the group on Keralam’s development achievements and global investment opportunities. He highlighted the State’s unique features, including its 600-km coastline and the biodiversity-rich Western Ghats.

Discussions also covered the State’s expanding port and aviation infrastructure, as well as its pool of talent comprising world-class doctors, engineers, and IT experts.

The Chief Minister stated that the government aims to position Kerala as a global hub for Ayurveda and holistic healthcare.

He noted that Kerala, India’s first fully literate State, is advancing towards achieving total digital literacy and is actively working to attract renowned foreign universities to the state. The Chief Minister added that Kerala stands as a model of sustainable and inclusive development.

No matter where you go in the world, you will find a Malayali there; our goal is to present Keralam to the world. Had an interaction at Cliff House with 35 social media influencers from 19 countries.@KeralaTourism#CMOKeralampic.twitter.com/oxZy63Gnwn— Chief Minister, Keralam (@CMOkeralam) September 14, 2026

Published - September 15, 2026 11:20 am IST

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