Kerala Grama Panchayat launches scheme to tackle 'marriage crisis'
A small grama panchayat in Kannur has launched an initiative not just to host community weddings, but to address the deeper crisis of marriage itself. The Payyavoor Mangalyam project, introduced on 1 August, reflects Kerala’s changing demographics and evolving social fabric. The process, involves multiple teams responsible for sorting applications, contacting families, and facilitating matches.