Minister Rajeeve slams Mayor’s remark on church support

State Minister for Industries P. Rajeeve criticized the Congress leadership's alleged opportunism following Kochi Mayor V.K. Minimol's remarks suggesting the Latin Catholic Church influenced her selection. He argued that the controversy exposes the Congress's double standards, claiming they claim to be above pressure while engaging in secret visits and making decisions based on community affiliations. Ms. Minimol later clarified that her statements were misinterpreted, but the controversy remains over allegations of the Latin Church influencing the decision.