Wildlife Attacks in Kerala: A Political Storm

Kerala Forest Minister A K Saseendran faces demands for his resignation following wildlife attacks. Church leaders and political opponents criticize his handling, calling for intervention. Saseendran and other political figures label the resignation calls as political, arguing for changes in wildlife laws to address the recurring issue.

Kerala's Forest Minister, A K Saseendran, finds himself at the center of a political storm as he faces calls for his resignation. The demands stem from repeated fatal wildlife attacks in the state, with church leaders and political opponents voicing their concerns over the minister's handling of the crisis.

The controversy was sparked by the Syro Malabar Church's bishops, who criticized the government's lack of action in addressing the issue. They accused Saseendran of failing in his responsibilities, while Thalassery Archbishop Joseph Pamplany argued that the problem should not be trivialized.

Despite the mounting pressure, Saseendran and political figures like E P Jayarajan insist that a resignation will not solve the issue. They argue for amendments in the Wild Life Protection Act and urge effective interventions by the Forest Department to prevent further incidents.

(With inputs from agencies.)