Ex-IAS Officer Kannan Gopinathan Joins Congress, A Voice for Justice and Unity

Former IAS officer Kannan Gopinathan, known for resigning over the suppression of freedom in Jammu and Kashmir, has joined the Congress party. Gopinathan emphasized his belief that only Congress can guide India in the right direction. His decision is seen as a stand against divisiveness.

In a significant political development, former Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Kannan Gopinathan, lauded for his stance on democratic freedoms, has officially joined the Congress party. His resignation in 2019 was a protest against the revocation of freedoms in the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir.

Gopinathan's induction into the Congress was marked by the presence of key party figures, K C Venugopal and Pawan Khera, alongside other leaders. They hailed him as a 'brave bureaucrat' with a passion for justice and equity, emphasizing the importance of his decision to align with the grand old party.

Gopinathan articulated his reasons for joining Congress, underscoring a need to combat divisive politics and advocate for freedom of expression. His journey, characterized by interactions across 80-90 districts, affirmed for him that Congress remains the only party capable of steering the nation toward the right path.

(With inputs from agencies.)