Kerala CM V D Satheesan Promotes Communal Harmony During Bakrid Visit to IUML Chief
Kerala CM Satheesan visits IUML chief on Bakrid in first Malabar trip
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Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan visited Panakkad Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal, the IUML State President, during Bakrid, marking his first trip to Malabar since taking office. He emphasized the importance of communal harmony and celebrating religious occasions together.
- 01This marks V D Satheesan's first visit to the Malabar region as Chief Minister since taking office.
- 02Satheesan highlighted the need for communal harmony and collective celebrations across different religions in Kerala.
- 03He shared breakfast with IUML leaders, reinforcing the spirit of togetherness during the Eid celebrations.
- 04P K Kunhalikutty, IUML National General Secretary, stressed that religion should not be politicized.
- 05Satheesan did not comment on political issues raised during the visit.
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Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan visited the residence of Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) State President Panakkad Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal on Bakrid, accompanied by MLA V S Joy and IUML General Secretary P K Kunhalikutty. This visit was significant as it was Satheesan's first trip to the Malabar region since he took office. He expressed joy at being part of the Eid celebrations and emphasized the importance of communal harmony, stating that people from all backgrounds should celebrate together. He envisioned a Kerala where families can unite across religious and caste lines to celebrate various occasions. During the visit, Kunhalikutty reiterated that religious beliefs should be respected and not used for political purposes, reflecting the sentiments of the community against politicization of religion. Satheesan chose not to address questions regarding political controversies surrounding the Union government.
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The visit promotes a message of unity and communal harmony in Kerala, which can foster better inter-community relations.
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