In Kerala, the Leader of the Opposition accuses the CPI(M) and Chief Minister of stoking communal polarization that could threaten the state’s secular foundations.

Satheesan defends his outreach to community leaders, including NSS and SNDP, arguing pre-election engagement is normal and will pause such meetings if they are seen as targeted.

Chennithala and others stress collaboration with NSS and SNDP as a model for social cohesion, while acknowledging past criticisms of community organisations and advocating a united approach.

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Satheesan claims the Karnataka government contributed 20 crore to Kerala for building 100 houses and notes progress on additional housing projects led by the IUML, a UDF ally.

Natesan argues there have been no major communal disturbances since the LDF came to power and suggests a SNDP-NSS alliance could be beneficial for Kerala.

Satheesan commits to being accessible to all community leaders and to act swiftly if any group faces issues, while welcoming constructive criticism.

A SNDP meeting is slated for January 21 in Alappuzha to discuss alliance and unity strategy with NSS, involving all branch secretaries and office bearers.

Chennithala recalls that past administrations absorbed community criticisms without escalating tensions and highlights NSS-SNDP collaborations as drivers of Kerala’s development.

Satheesan emphasizes ongoing dialogue with religious and community groups, citing participation in events like Kumbanad Pentecost and Kanthapuram’s Kerala Yatra.

The piece references past unrest under previous administrations, using examples to argue for vigilance against rising sectarian mobilization.

Satheesan cites the Nilambur bypoll victory by over 11,000 votes as evidence that communal fear-mongering fails in Kerala.