Did Kitex’s social initiative go too far and end up biting them on their *#^ ? Bisbo

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When Kerala’s largest private sector employer Kitex, decided to use its social influence to fight elections, they were faced with consequences that led to their eventual exit from the state, taking with them Rs 3,500cr worth of planned investments.
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Indian Express
Explained: What is the tussle between the Kitex group and Kerala government?; Vishnu Varma; July 15, 2021

Times of India
Surprise inspections continue at Kitex Garments; Aug 28, 2021
Pollution issue: MLAs are silent now, says Kitex chairman; Sep 13, 2021

Mint
Kitex’s exit revives a debate in Kerala; Anto Joseph; Aug 2, 2021.
Kerala's loss, Telangana's gain: Kitex Garments to invest ₹2,400 crore in two mega projects; Sep 21, 2021.

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What kind of industry does Kerala need? Garment firm’s decision to scrap investment sparks debate; Jayan Jose Thomas; Sep 03, 2021

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Twenty20: Can Kerala’s experiment in corporate-led panchayats be trusted; Jinoy Jose P, December 16, 2020