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Kerala Political Firestorm: LoP Satheesan Exposes CPI(M)'s Criminal Shield

Kerala's Leader of Opposition V.D. Satheesan has come out strongly defending his party's position in the Rahul Mamkootathil case. He accused the ruling CPI(M) of trying to divert attention from the Sabarimala gold theft scandal where two former board presidents were jailed. The Congress leader also highlighted how CPI(M) is protecting a candidate convicted for attempting to kill police personnel. Satheesan further alleged widespread political intimidation in the Chief Minister's home district of Kannur.

Key Points: Satheesan Accuses CPI(M) of Protecting Criminals in Kerala

  • Congress defends organizational action against suspended MLA Rahul Mamkootathil
  • Satheesan alleges CPI(M) exploiting issue to divert from Sabarimala gold theft
  • Ruling party accused of fielding convicted candidate in police attack case
  • Opposition claims political intimidation in Kannur district prevents fair elections
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Kerala LoP Satheesan accuses CPI(M) of shielding criminals, defends Cong stand in Rahul MLA case

Kerala LoP V.D. Satheesan defends Congress stand on Rahul MLA case while alleging CPI(M) shields criminals, citing Sabarimala gold theft and convicted candidate.

"The court found him guilty of attempting to kill police personnel and sentenced him to 20 years in prison. Still, the CPI(M) is protecting him. - V.D. Satheesan"

Kannur, Nov 29

Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Assembly, V.D. Satheesan, on Saturday defended the Congress’s handling of the complaint against suspended MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, while launching a sharp attack on the ruling CPI(M) for protecting criminals and those involved in serious offences.

Satheesan said the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) had already taken organisational action against Mamkootathil and clarified its stand after internal consultations.

“One cannot take punitive action twice for the same issue. The KPCC president has clearly explained the party’s position after consultations. That is the collective stand of the Congress,” he said.

He accused the CPI(M) of attempting to exploit the issue to divert attention from the Sabarimala gold theft case.

“We will not fall into that trap. Two former presidents of the Travancore Devaswom Board were jailed in connection with the theft of Ayyappa’s gold, yet the CPI(M) has taken no action against them,” Satheesan alleged.

He further criticised the CPI(M) for fielding a candidate convicted in a case involving a bomb attack on a police vehicle in Payyannur.

“The court found him guilty of attempting to kill police personnel and sentenced him to 20 years in prison. Still, the CPI(M) is protecting him. This shows their double standards,” he said.

Satheesan also accused the ruling party of creating an atmosphere of fear and intimidation in Kannur district.

“In the Chief Minister’s own district, opposition candidates have been threatened with violence and arson for filing nominations. This is fascism,” he alleged.

He claimed that the CPI(M) does not offer political freedom to rivals in its strongholds while preaching democracy elsewhere.

“The people of Kerala can see the hypocrisy,” he said, adding that criminals and looters enjoy political patronage under the ruling party.

Meanwhile, a court in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday posted the anticipatory bail plea of Rahul Mamkootathil -- accused by a woman of sexual exploitation -- for hearing on Wednesday. His whereabouts remain unknown.

- IANS

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Priya S
The Sabarimala gold theft case is really shocking! How can anyone steal from Lord Ayyappa's temple? 😠 Both parties should stop fighting and ensure proper justice for such serious crimes.
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Michael C
As someone following Kerala politics, I find it concerning that a convicted criminal gets political protection. The 20-year sentence for attacking police should mean disqualification from politics entirely.
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Shreya B
Satheesan makes valid points about CPI(M)'s double standards, but what about Rahul Mamkootathil? His whereabouts are unknown while serious allegations exist. Congress should address this properly instead of deflecting. 🙏
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Arun Y
Kannur politics has always been violent. Both CPI(M) and Congress-RSS have blood on their hands. Common people like us suffer while politicians play their games. When will this end? 😔
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Nisha Z
The woman who accused Rahul Mamkootathil deserves justice. Political parties should stop protecting their own and ensure proper investigation. Women's safety should be above party politics! 💪

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