Congress MP Accuses BJP Leaders of Fomenting Religious Discord in Kerala
P.C. George, Shone took contract from BJP to create Christian-Muslim rift: Hibi Eden
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Hibi Eden, a Congress leader and Member of Parliament from Ernakulam, accused BJP leaders P.C. George and Shone George of attempting to create discord between Christians and Muslims in Kerala. This accusation follows their criticism of the Catholic Church's alleged opposition to the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance during the Assembly elections.
- 01Hibi Eden accused P.C. George and Shone George of receiving a 'contract' from the BJP to incite religious tensions.
- 02The accusation came after the George duo criticized the Catholic Church's stance against the BJP.
- 03Both P.C. George and Shone George were candidates for the National Democratic Alliance in the recent Assembly elections.
- 04The conflict highlights ongoing religious and political tensions in Kerala.
- 05Eden's remarks reflect broader concerns about communal harmony in the region.
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On April 11, 2026, Hibi Eden, a Congress leader and Member of Parliament representing Ernakulam, accused Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders P.C. George and Shone George of taking a 'contract' to create divisions between Christians and Muslims in Kerala. This statement came in response to the George duo's recent criticism of the Catholic Church, claiming that certain clergy members and the Deepika daily, a publication associated with the Church, were working against the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) during the Assembly elections. Both P.C. George and Shone George were candidates for the NDA from Poonjar and Pala constituencies, respectively. Eden's comments underscore the ongoing political and religious tensions in the state, raising concerns about communal harmony as the BJP continues to navigate its position in Kerala's complex political landscape.
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Eden's accusations could exacerbate existing tensions between religious communities in Kerala, potentially influencing voter sentiment in future elections.
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