'Patriarchy is still prevalent in Kerala' - Anu Kumari IAS | Interview | TNIE Kerala

In this exclusive interview with The New Indian Express - Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram District Collector Anu Kumari IAS shares her candid views on gender equality, patriarchy, and social progress in Kerala. While acknowledging Kerala's remarkable achievements in literacy, education, and social development, the IAS officer points out that certain patriarchal attitudes continue to persist in society. Anu Kumari discusses how the acclaimed Malayalam film Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey resonated with her, describing it as a realistic portrayal of the gender dynamics and patriarchal tendencies that many women still face. She also speaks about the challenges surrounding equal employment opportunities, wage disparities, and the need for greater gender equity in workplaces across Kerala. #AnuKumariIAS #Interview #Kerala #ExpressDialogues