Kerala Governance in Turmoil: CPI(M) Challenges Governor's Actions Over RSS Involvement

The CPI(M) publication, Deshabhimani, took a strong stance against Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishawanath Arlekar in a recent editorial. The commentary criticized Arlekar for displaying the 'Bharat Mata' portrait during official functions, which the party views as propagation of RSS ideologies.

This editorial comes amid significant political tension between the Governor and the CPI(M)-led LDF government. Recent events saw senior leaders, including General Education Minister V Sivankutty and Agriculture Minister P Prasad, boycott functions in protest.

The controversy has sparked wider dissent including from student bodies, who protested with banners outside the Sanskrit College. Calls have been made for the President of India's intervention, reflecting deep-seated concerns over the Governor's actions and their alleged constitutional implications.

(With inputs from agencies.)