Keralam govt. tells Lok Ayukta that it will not renew helicopter contract
The Kerala government has informed the Lok Ayukta that it will not renew its helicopter service contract with Chipsan Aviation following corruption allegations. The controversy stemmed from a chartered flight taken by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, which critics claimed provided him with undue benefits.
Why it matters
The decision reflects the impact of anti-corruption oversight on government procurement and public spending.
The State government on Tuesday (October 6, 2026) informed the Kerala Lok Ayukta that it will not renew its helicopter service contract with aviation services company, Chipsan Aviation Pvt. Ltd.
State Police Chief Ravada A. Chandrasekhar conveyed the government’s position while the anti-corruption body was hearing a petition related to the controversial chartered flight travel by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan. This is the first time that the government has formally stated its position in writing on the helicopter contract.
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