Political Stir in Kerala over Tharoor's Praise for LDF's Entrepreneurial Growth

V D Satheesan, Leader of Opposition in Kerala Assembly, questions Shashi Tharoor's article praising LDF's entrepreneurial growth. While Industries Minister P Rajeeve supports Tharoor's views, Satheesan disputes the state's industrial environment, citing a lack of credible statistics and urging improvement.

In a recent political development, opposition leader V D Satheesan has challenged the assertions made by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor in his article applauding the entrepreneurial advancements in Kerala under the LDF government. The article has sparked a debate, drawing support from Kerala Industries Minister P Rajeeve who insists Tharoor's claims are fact-based.

Satheesan expressed his skepticism regarding the data and circumstances used by Tharoor to commend Kerala’s progress, particularly questioning the claim of three lakh new enterprises in the state over the past few years. He argued that Kerala lacks a robust industrial climate, suggesting a need for significant improvements to achieve sustainable growth.

Rajeeve countered Satheesan's remarks by highlighting that the state's accomplishments extend beyond partisan divides, inviting the opposition to collaboratively enhance Kerala's industrial sector. He reiterated that accolades received by the state reflect a collective achievement rather than the efforts of any single party or government.

(With inputs from agencies.)