The Government of Kerala, on October 14, 2026, issued the SARAL (Simplified & Accelerated Regulatory Approvals and Licensing) Keralam Bill, 2026.
The following has been stated: -
•The Government of Kerala has introduced the SARAL (Simplified & Accelerated Regulatory Approvals and Licensing) Keralam Act, 2026, to streamline the process of obtaining State-level licences, permits, approvals and clearances for investment projects.
•The Act provides for a single application through a dedicated portal or physical mode and an Integrated Enterprise Clearance Certificate, supported by a two-tier approval mechanism at the State and District levels.
•It establishes the SARAL Keralam Authority and designated committees to coordinate departmental scrutiny and facilitate time-bound clearances for eligible projects.
•The framework covers projects with capital investment exceeding ₹25 crore, with State-level mechanisms specified for projects exceeding ₹50 crore.
•The Act will come into force on a date appointed by the Government through notification in the Official Gazette.
The detailed notification is given in the document below.
[Notification No.: KLS/6058/2026-Legin1]
