Suresh Gopi on Shashi Tharoor's Political Crossroads and Ministerial Practices

Union Minister of State Suresh Gopi stated that it is up to Congress MP Shashi Tharoor to decide whether to join the BJP, attributing changes in Tharoor to a deeper understanding of people's interests. Gopi emphasized that he cannot act as a 'catalyst' for Tharoor's political decisions.

Gopi further commented on the ongoing debate involving worshipping Bharat Mata, aligning it with the reverence of goddess earth. He responded to the political row between Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar and the state government regarding this matter.

Moreover, Gopi criticized the practice of ministers appointing personal staff and affording them substantial benefits, describing it as unfair. He argued that it's inappropriate for such staff to receive various perks while regular pensions remain unpaid.

(With inputs from agencies.)