Kerala Stands United: Vijayan Denies LDF Rift Over PM SHRI and Labour Codes

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan dismissed claims of discord within the LDF regarding the PM SHRI program and new labour codes. Despite CPI's opposition, Vijayan emphasized unity in the LDF's stance against the central government's initiatives, highlighting Kerala's independent achievements in education without relying on federal assistance.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has firmly dismissed allegations of internal conflict within the Left Democratic Front (LDF) concerning the Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) initiative and new labour codes.

Addressing reporters, Vijayan clarified that despite the Communist Party of India's (CPI) opposition, which led to the state's hold on the PM SHRI scheme, there remains unanimity among LDF members.

The Chief Minister underscored Kerala's success in renovating over 2,000 schools without dependency on central government support while warning that non-implementation of PM SHRI could jeopardize the state's eligibility for central funds.

(With inputs from agencies.)