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CPM trying to politicise temples to help BJP, says UDF
The New Indian Express Kochi
|March 16, 2025
J UNNIKRISHNAN NAIR, Assistant Devaswom Commissioner, Kollam, said the display of political flags or symbols inside temples is strictly prohibited by the courts, and the board had issued a circular in this regard to all places of worship under its control. "The superintendent of vigilance will investigate the matter. If it is found that this was done deliberately, strict action will be taken," he said.
The incident has invited strong criticism from the Opposition, with the UDF accusing the ruling party of attempting to politicise temples to benefit the BJP. Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan wondered whether the programme was aimed at creating a tension, which would help BJP. "CPM is a shameless party. Why would they ask the devotees about Pushpan?" he asked.
This story is from the March 16, 2025 edition of The New Indian Express Kochi.
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