NewKerala.com

Key Points

The UDF has called for Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's resignation after a Vigilance Court rejected a clean chit given to ADGP Ajith Kumar. Opposition leaders allege political interference in the investigation of Kumar's disproportionate assets case. The court reportedly criticized the Vigilance report for lacking proper evidence and investigation. This development has sparked fresh political turmoil in Kerala.

Key Points: UDF Demands CM Vijayan Resign After Court Rejects ADGP Clean Chit

  • UDF alleges CM Vijayan shielded ADGP Ajith Kumar in assets case
  • Court dismissed Vigilance report citing lack of proper investigation
  • Opposition claims political interference in probe
  • Complainant to seek action against Vigilance officers
2 min read

UDF seeks CM Vijayan's resignation after Vigilance Court rejects clean chit to top cop

Opposition demands Kerala CM Vijayan's resignation after Vigilance Court rejects clean chit to ADGP Ajith Kumar in corruption case.

"The court indicated political interference and misuse of power had taken place – Adoor Prakash"

Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 16

The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) on Saturday demanded the resignation of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan after the Vigilance Court rejected the clean chit given to ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar in a disproportionate assets case.

Ajith Kumar, a senior police officer facing multiple allegations of corruption, is widely regarded as a trusted aide of Vijayan.

UDF convenor and Lok Sabha member Adoor Prakash said the court’s observations were “extremely serious” and directly pointed to political interference.

“The Vigilance report was dismissed because there was no proper investigation, no consideration of evidence, and the court said such a report cannot be accepted. The court also indicated that political interference and misuse of power had taken place,” Prakash said.

According to him, the Chief Minister’s office had shielded Ajith Kumar for years. “The people of Kerala deserve to know on what basis this protection was extended. The court’s remarks now provide an opportunity to expose the truth,” he added.

Prakash demanded that Vijayan resign immediately and face an impartial probe. “This is not just about one officer. It is about political accountability. The Chief Minister cannot continue in office while such grave charges remain unresolved. If the Left Democratic Front (LDF) has any integrity, its allies must insist on his resignation. Otherwise, the people will know they are complicit in undermining the justice system,” he said.

State Congress president Sunny Joseph echoed the demand, saying the Vigilance report bore the “clear blessings” of the Chief Minister. “CM Vijayan has no moral right to continue. The Vigilance Court has laid out in detail how the lopsided report was prepared to shield the top police officer,” Joseph said.

Meanwhile, Advocate N. Nagaraj, the original complainant in the case, said he would approach the court again, this time against the Vigilance officers who filed the clean chit.

“Their report was given without even collecting the most basic information. I will request the court to recover the salaries and allowances paid to the team, as they did nothing at all. They acted with the backing of the Chief Minister’s office,” he alleged.

The Vigilance Court’s order has reignited a political storm in Kerala, with the opposition intensifying its attack on the government.

- IANS

Share this article:

Reader Comments

S
Sarah B
As an expat following Kerala politics, I'm disappointed. The Vigilance Court's observations are damning. If the CM's office is indeed shielding corrupt officers, it's a serious breach of public trust. Hope justice prevails!
A
Ananya R
While the allegations are serious, let's not jump to conclusions. The court has only rejected the report, not proven guilt. The opposition is politicizing this before elections. Let the investigation complete properly.
V
Vikram M
The Vigilance department has become a joke in Kerala! When will we have honest officers who don't bow to political pressure? This ADGP case is just the tip of the iceberg. Time for complete police reforms!
K
Kavya N
Both UDF and LDF are equally corrupt! Remember when UDF was in power? Same story different party. Kerala needs a third alternative that's actually clean. Until then, we'll keep seeing these dramas before every election.
M
Michael C
The court's intervention shows India's judiciary is working. In many countries, such political interference would go unchallenged. While concerning, this is actually a positive sign for Indian democracy.
P
Priya S
The complainant's demand to recover salaries from Vigilance officers is brilliant! If officers don't do their job properly,

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50