Kochi: Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and son-in-law and PWD Minister Mohammad Riyas escaped critcisms at Kerala CPM state committee conference at Kollam, media reports said.
Riyas was praised for his efficiency. A delegate from Central Travancore raised the criticism regarding the performance of Ministers.
Their was also criticism over Kannur getting special consideration.
Delegates expressed concern over lack of initiative by the party to unitedly defend Pinarayi who was left isolated. This was helping the rivals.
State Secretary M V Govindan faced severe criticism with allegations of lack of teamwork.
The delegate said the state committee should function with greater responsibility. While the party frequently speaks about merit, the delegate questioned how merit is determined. It was pointed out that one district dominates in terms of representation. Despite the government’s commendable initiatives, some decisions tarnish its image.
Despite the government’s commendable initiatives, some decisions tarnish its image.
The decision to hike the salary of PSC members while ASHA workers were on strike was cited as an example.
The review report presented by the secretary observed that Minister Saji Cherian’s remarks on constitution had harmed the party.
Delegates who participated in the discussions echoed similar criticism against Saji Cheriyan.
The government was flayed for not addeessing ASHA workers’ strike. The delegates cautioned the government on possibility of Anganwadi workers launching similar strike.
Pinarayi, son–in-law escape criticism
