Archive · 22 Jun 2025
Kerala Minister Accuses Raj Bhavan of Orchestrating Protests
In Kerala, a minister named Sivankutty says the Governor's office is behind the protests against him.
The protests started because of a picture of 'Bharat Mata' with a saffron flag.
The minister was attacked and had trouble traveling because of the protests.
The BJP says that the other party is being violent.
Both sides are angry and disagreeing.
The Governor has shown that he supports the picture.
Kerala Minister Sivankutty alleges Raj Bhavan orchestrated protests against him.
Protests were in response to the use of a 'Bharat Mata' portrait by Raj Bhavan.
BJP's Yuva Morcha and ABVP protested, obstructing the Minister's travels.
Clashes occurred between SFI and Yuva Morcha activists in Kozhikode.
BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar accuses CPI(M) of violence.
- Who
- Kerala Minister Sivankutty, Governor Arlekar, BJP, ABVP, CPI(M), SFI, and Yuva Morcha.
- What
- Protests and political tensions stemming from the display of a 'Bharat Mata' portrait and accusations of orchestrated actions.
- When
- Recent days, following the display of a 'Bharat Mata' portrait.
- Where
- Kerala, specifically at the Raj Bhavan and various locations of protests.
- Why
- Disagreement over the use of the 'Bharat Mata' portrait and allegations of orchestrating protests.
CPI(M) Perspective
BJP Perspective
Protests
CPI(M) Perspective
Minister Sivankutty protested Raj Bhavan’s actions.
BJP Perspective
BJP and associated groups are protesting Sivankutty's actions.
Accusations
CPI(M) Perspective
Accuses Raj Bhavan and BJP of orchestrating the protests.
BJP Perspective
Accuses CPI(M) of violence.
- Minister
- V Sivankutty
- Governor
- Rajendra Arlekar
- Protesting Groups
- ABVP, Yuva Morcha
- Political Parties Involved
- CPI(M), BJP
- Controversy
- 'Bharat Mata' portrait display
- BJP Allegation
- CPI(M) violence against protestors
