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UDF Leaders Unite to Quell Internal Row Over Adoor Prakash's Remarks

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News18•03-10-2026, 17:45
UDF Leaders Unite to Quell Internal Row Over Adoor Prakash's Remarks
- •UDF leaders are working to resolve the controversy sparked by Adoor Prakash's comments about key government decisions being made without consulting allies.
- •Prakash, a Congress MP, stated that UDF meetings were not being convened and he learned about important developments through the media.
- •Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan criticized Chief Minister VD Satheesan, suggesting Prakash's remarks highlighted internal UDF issues and unilateral decision-making.
- •AICC General Secretary KC Venugopal dismissed the concerns, stating the UDF government is stable and any minor issues will be resolved amicably.
- •Senior Congress leader Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan and RSP leader Shibu Baby John emphasized that differences are natural in politics and coalition functioning, and will be addressed through discussion.
Key Questions Answered
Adoor Prakash stated that key state government decisions were being taken without consulting allies, UDF meetings were not being convened, and he learned about developments through the media.
KC Venugopal stated that the UDF government in Kerala is ruling smoothly and that any minor issues would be resolved together amicably, while criticizing the opposition for using an iron fist.
Shibu Baby John stated that his party would raise its concerns in the appropriate forums and seek a resolution through discussions, emphasizing that differences should be handled through dialogue.
