Controversy in Kerala: Opposition Criticizes Brewery Project in Palakkad

Kerala opposition leader V D Satheesan criticized the state government for greenlighting a brewery in Palakkad linked to a Delhi liquor scam. He raised concerns over groundwater issues and alleged corruption in the project's approval, vowing strong Congress-led protests against the alleged violations.

Controversy in Kerala: Opposition Criticizes Brewery Project in Palakkad
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The political climate in Kerala intensifies as V D Satheesan, Leader of the Opposition, lambasts the government for permitting a controversial brewery in the Palakkad district, linked to a Delhi liquor scam.

Satheesan points to alleged secret dealings and groundwater scarcity concerns, urging Congress-led protests against what he calls a breach of the state's new liquor policy.

Meanwhile, accusations of political motivations and internal party rivalry surface as Excise Minister M B Rajesh dismisses corruption claims. The controversy continues with Congress pledging agitation against the project's sanctioning without tender.

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