The decision by the party to leave out Shailaja has come under heavy criticism, especially on the social media, even demanding the party to change their decision. This
Responding to a series of questions on Shailaja s exclusion, Vijayan said he respects the opinion from various sections of society but stated that the party s policy was that new people should come.
He hailed the performance of his colleagues in the outgoing ministry but said the party s decision was not to grant any special exemption to anyone . Many of the previous ministers did exemplary job in their portfolios. The party decided not to grant any sort of exemption to anyone. The party s position is to bring in new people, he said.
The exclusion of Shailaja has set off a massive debate in the southern state, with many questioning the reasons behind dropping a minister who was praised for her handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.
India News: THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The swearing-in ceremony of the new CPI(M)-led LDF government in Kerala, headed by Pinarayi Vijayan, would be held on May 20 at th.