Turmoil in Kerala Assembly Over Sabarimala Gold Plating Controversy

The Kerala Assembly session erupted into chaos as opposition members from the UDF demanded the resignation of Devaswom Minister V N Vasavan over the Sabarimala gold plating scandal. Allegations of missing gold and unauthorized idol removals have led to demands for further investigation, intensifying political tensions.

The Kerala Assembly descended into chaos on Monday as dramatic scenes unfolded with the Congress-led UDF opposition disrupting proceedings. Their demand was clear: the resignation of Devaswom Minister V N Vasavan amid the ongoing Sabarimala gold plating row.

Leader of the Opposition, V D Satheesan, brought to the fore accusations against the Left-controlled Travancore Devaswom Board. The call for Vasavan's resignation stemmed from previous refusals to address the issue in the assembly.

Tensions escalated when Speaker A N Shamseer dismissed opposition demands, leading UDF members to besiege the Speaker's podium with banners and slogans accusing the ruling party and TDB of corruption. The session was suspended as a result, all against the backdrop of allegations involving missing pedestal parts and gold reductions at the temple.

(With inputs from agencies.)