Chaos reigned supreme in Thiruvananthapuram’s assembly hall for the third day, centered on allegations of sabotage in the Sabarimala gold misappropriation case. The opposition UDF accused the LDF government of fast-tracking a flawed investigation to dodge electoral backlash.
V.D. Satheesan commanded the floor with fiery speeches, decrying the probe as ‘orchestrated theater’ for VIP protection. He assailed CM Vijayan’s downplaying of violence as ‘playtime’ and sought erasure of anti-Gandhi remarks from annals.
Ministers Rajesh, Rajeev, and Sivankutty mounted a robust defense, charging UDF with issue mongering. Rajesh denied any slurs, while Rajeev spotlighted suspect Potti’s alleged Congress links, brandishing supportive visuals.
Opposition parried with mirroring evidence against LDF, highlighting bias. Standoffs derailed the session, forcing adjournments and a final walkout.
Despite 13 detentions, SIT’s missed deadline granted bail to three, bolstering claims of deliberate weakening. The government affirmed ongoing, court-guided progress.
As Kerala braces for polls, this controversy lays bare simmering rivalries, with Sabarimala gold at the heart of a narrative-shaping showdown.