Kerala Politics Heat Up: BJP and CPI(M) Slam Congress Over Jamaat-e-Islami Ties

The BJP and CPI(M) in Kerala have criticized the Congress for allegedly supporting Jamaat-e-Islami, accusing it of 'whitewashing' communal forces. Senior BJP leader K Surendran warned of potential 'sharia' law if the Congress gains power. The Congress denies these allegations, countering that CPI(M) has engaged in similar associations.

Kerala's political landscape is charged with the BJP and CPI(M) launching criticisms against the Congress for its alleged ties with Jamaat-e-Islami.

Senior BJP leader K Surendran warned that the Congress could usher in 'sharia' law if elected, attributing a communal agenda to their strategy.

Responding to the accusations, the Congress rejected the claims, arguing that CPI(M) is equally guilty of engaging with communal organizations.

(With inputs from agencies.)