Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Kerala CM Defends Sabarimala Gold Theft Probe
The Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan, has said that the investigation into the Sabarimala gold theft is being handled properly by a special team supervised by the High Court.
He does not think a central investigation agency is needed right now.
There is a controversy about a photo showing Congress leader Sonia Gandhi with some of the accused in the gold theft case.
The Chief Minister has asked who helped these accused people meet Sonia Gandhi.
Some political parties want a central agency to investigate, but the Chief Minister says the current team is doing a good job.
The opposition leader, V D Satheesan, alleges that the state government is pressuring the investigation team to protect CPI(M) leaders involved in the case.
There are also disputes within the LDF alliance, with the CPI state secretary, Binoy Viswam, and SNDP leader, Vellappally Natesan, exchanging allegations and counter-allegations.
The Chief Minister has rejected allegations of political interference and defended the relationship between the CPI-M and its allies.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan asserts that the High Court-monitored SIT is effectively investigating the Sabarimala gold heist.
Opposition Leader V D Satheesan alleges that the state government is pressuring the SIT to protect CPI(M) leaders involved in the case.
A controversial photo shows Congress leader Sonia Gandhi with Sabarimala gold theft accused, raising questions about their access to her.
Chief Minister Vijayan questioned who facilitated the meeting and demanded answers from those involved.
Disputes within the LDF alliance include allegations of political interference, communal campaigns, and disagreements over the PM SHRI scheme.
- Who
- Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Opposition Leader V D Satheesan, SNDP Leader Vellappally Natesan, CPI State Secretary Binoy Viswam
- What
- Controversy over the Sabarimala gold theft investigation, political interference allegations, and disputes within the LDF alliance
- When
- January 01, 2026
- Where
- Kerala, India
- Why
- To address allegations of political interference, discuss the progress of the investigation, and resolve disputes within the LDF alliance
Opposition
Government
Investigation Integrity
Opposition
The opposition alleges that the state government is pressuring the SIT to protect CPI(M) leaders involved in the case and is trying to divert attention from the criminal activity.
Government
The Chief Minister asserts that the investigation is being handled properly by a High Court-monitored SIT and denies any political interference.
Political Interference
Opposition
The opposition claims that the CPI(M) has a tacit understanding with the BJP and is involved in horse trading and communal campaigns.
Government
The Chief Minister rejects allegations of political interference and defends the relationship between the CPI-M and its allies.
SNDP Leader's Role
Opposition
The opposition alleges that Vellappally Natesan, with the backing of the Chief Minister, is carrying out a communal and hate campaign and criticizing LDF partners.
Government
The CPI state secretary states that Natesan is not tasked to evaluate the LDF and that the Communist Party respects the SNDP institution.
- Location
- Kerala, India
- Date
- January 01, 2026
- Investigation Team
- High Court-monitored Special Investigation Team (SIT)
- Controversial Photo
- Sonia Gandhi with Sabarimala gold theft accused
- Demanding CBI Probe
- BJP and CPI-M
- Chief Minister
- Pinarayi Vijayan
- Allegations
- Political interference in the investigation
- Opposition Leader
- V D Satheesan
- SNDP Leader
- Vellappally Natesan
- CPI State Secretary
- Binoy Viswam
Sources
'Who Facilitated Access?' Kerala CM On Sonia Gandhi's Photo With Sabarimala Gold Theft Accused
No support for any anti-minority stand by SNDP leader, says CPI(M) state secretary Govindan
SNDP leader Vellappally not tasked to evaluate LDF, says CPI state secretary Binoy Viswam
Kerala Government Pressuring SIT in Sabarimala Gold Loss Case, Alleges Satheesan
CM’s office constantly interfering to obstruct Sabarimala gold loot investigation: VD Satheesan
