Congress Distances from Aiyar's Kerala CM Remarks

The Congress party distanced itself from Mani Shankar Aiyar's comments supporting Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. The party emphasized Aiyar's lack of ties with Congress and expressed confidence that the people of Kerala will vote for the United Democratic Front. Aiyar praised Kerala's panchayati raj system but urged legal improvements.

The Congress has clarified its position, distancing itself from Mani Shankar Aiyar's comments regarding Kerala's Chief Minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, asserting that Aiyar is not currently affiliated with the party and his statements are personal.

Despite Aiyar's confidence in Vijayan's continuation, the Congress emphasized that the United Democratic Front will regain power in Kerala for more responsible governance, highlighting its critique of the Left Democratic Front and the BJP as covert allies.

At a seminar, Aiyar praised Kerala's progress in the panchayati raj system but called for legal amendments to secure its top position, emphasizing the need for continued progress in grassroots democracy.

(With inputs from agencies.)