Controversy Over Thrissur Pooram: Politics and Probes

Kerala PWD Minister P A Mohamed Riyas dismisses Union Minister Suresh Gopi's call for a CBI investigation into alleged disruptions at Thrissur Pooram. The demand has sparked political debate, with accusations of political manipulation directed at both BJP and Congress. CPI(M) and Chief Minister Vijayan deny any disruption.

Kerala's political scene is abuzz with Minister P A Mohamed Riyas dismissing Union Minister Suresh Gopi's demand for a CBI probe into the alleged disruption of the Thrissur Pooram festival. Riyas dismissed Gopi's statements, likening them to movie dialogue.

Riyas criticized the use of central agencies for specific agendas, referencing the Supreme Court's depiction of the CBI as a 'caged parrot.' He also accused the Congress of aiding BJP's victory in Thrissur by transferring votes to their candidate.

This controversy has ignited political discourse, with Kerala's CM and CPI(M) denying any disruption at the festival. Opposing this stance, the Congress-led UDF challenges these assertions, demanding clarity in the unfolding debate.

(With inputs from agencies.)