BJP's Muraleedharan Criticizes Congress for Double Standards in Kerala Appointments
Muraleedharan slams Congress' 'double standard' over Kerala official's appointment
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BJP MLA V Muraleedharan accused the Congress party of double standards regarding official appointments in Kerala compared to West Bengal. He also criticized Chief Minister VD Satheesan for allegedly violating High Court directives during a visit to Guruvayur temple, which Satheesan denied.
- 01Muraleedharan claims Congress applies different standards for official appointments in Kerala and West Bengal.
- 02Former Keralam Chief Electoral Officer Rathan U Kelkar was appointed as Secretary to Chief Minister VD Satheesan, raising concerns.
- 03CPI(M) leader AA Rahim called Kelkar's appointment 'mysterious' and demanded clarification from Congress.
- 04Muraleedharan accused Satheesan of violating High Court directives during his temple visit.
- 05CM Satheesan defended himself, stating he followed all rules during his visit to Guruvayur temple.
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BJP MLA V Muraleedharan criticized the Congress party for what he termed 'double standards' regarding the appointment of officials, specifically highlighting the recent appointment of Rathan U Kelkar as Secretary to Keralam Chief Minister VD Satheesan. He claimed that while Congress raises objections in West Bengal, it remains silent on similar issues in Kerala. Muraleedharan stated that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi should clarify or apologize for this inconsistency. The CPI(M) leader AA Rahim also condemned Kelkar's appointment, labeling it as 'mysterious' and calling for an explanation from the Congress leadership. Additionally, Muraleedharan accused Satheesan of violating High Court directives during his visit to the Guruvayur temple, where he allegedly received special privileges. In response, CM Satheesan denied these allegations, asserting that he adhered to all prescribed rules during his visit.
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The controversy surrounding the appointments and the Chief Minister's actions could influence public perception of the Congress party's integrity in Kerala.
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