CPM Leadership Firmly Shuts Door on Expelled Member's Controversial Demands
In a definitive statement from Kozhikode, Communist Party of India (Marxist) state secretary M V Govindan asserted on Thursday that the matter concerning expelled party figure V Kunhikrishnan is conclusively resolved for the organization. The declaration came as a direct rebuttal to Kunhikrishnan's recent provocative invitation for a public discussion regarding the party's financial collection methodologies.
No Obligation to Engage with Former Member, Says Senior Leader
Addressing media queries, Govindan emphasized that the CPM feels absolutely no compulsion to entertain or address demands put forth by individuals who are no longer affiliated with the party. "The party had already clarified its position and would issue any further clarification there if required," he stated firmly, underscoring the party's stance of moving forward without revisiting settled internal disputes.
Govindan further elaborated that this specific controversy should be perceived and managed strictly as a localized issue, without allowing it to escalate to broader party platforms. He explicitly noted that the CPM would not dignify remarks made by Kunhikrishnan during his ongoing Vikasana Munnetta Yathra campaign with any official response.
Expelled Leader's Allegations and Public Challenge
The context for Govindan's remarks stems from actions taken by V Kunhikrishnan on Wednesday. While launching his new publication titled "Nethruthwathe Anigal Thiruthanam" (which translates to Leadership Should Be Corrected by Cadres), the former leader issued a bold challenge. He publicly dared Payyannur MLA T I Madhusoodhanan or any other senior CPM representative to engage in an open debate concerning purported irregularities within the party's fund collection processes.
Kunhikrishnan's 96-page book contains serious accusations, including:
- Submission of counterfeit receipt books during financial audits.
- Systematic diversion of collected party funds.
- Alleged misappropriation of monetary resources.
These claims strike at the heart of party discipline and financial transparency, presenting a significant reputational challenge that the leadership is now seeking to contain and dismiss.
Broader Political Context and Counter-Allegations
In a related development, Govindan also addressed the ongoing Sabarimala gold theft case, shifting focus to the opposition. He accused Congress leader V D Satheesan of attempting to mislead the public and manipulate the narrative. According to Govindan, emerging investigative details increasingly point towards the involvement of Congress figures, suggesting a deliberate effort by the opposition to deflect scrutiny.
This multifaceted response from the CPM leadership illustrates a strategic approach to crisis management:
- Firmly closing internal disciplinary matters to prevent further fragmentation.
- Refusing to legitimize external criticisms from former members through public engagement.
- Countering opposition narratives by highlighting their own alleged improprieties.
The situation underscores the intense and often contentious nature of political dynamics in Kerala, where financial integrity and public accountability remain perennially under scrutiny. The CPM's unified front in dismissing Kunhikrishnan's claims aims to project stability and control, even as underlying tensions regarding party funds and governance practices simmer beneath the surface.
