Political Intrigue: Congress Divided Over Controversial Editorial on Kerala MLA

Kerala Congress faces internal conflict over an editorial defending MLA Rahul Mamkootathil amidst allegations of sexual assault. While some party leaders claim the piece reflects party views, others distance themselves. Mamkootathil was suspended, and CPI(M) demands his resignation. Meanwhile, Mamkootathil denies the allegations, calling them politically motivated.

The Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) is mired in controversy following an editorial in its mouthpiece, defending MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, accused of sexual misconduct. The party is now divided, with leaders issuing conflicting statements about the editorial's alignment with the party's stance.

KPCC President Sunny Joseph distanced the party from the editorial, stating that it does not represent Congress's position and has ordered its retraction. In contrast, party leader K Muraleedharan asserted that the editorial was indeed reflective of the party line, emphasizing criticism of the CPI(M) for its perceived hypocrisy over handling similar allegations within its own ranks.

The controversy intensifies as Mamkootathil, who has been suspended from Congress, faces mounting legal pressures with an ongoing investigation and a lookout notice issued against him. The situation underscores the turbulent political landscape in Kerala ahead of local elections.

(With inputs from agencies.)