Kerala Culture Minister Saji Cherian apologises for controversial remarks on Malappuram, Kasaragod

Saji Cherian, Kerala Minister for Cultural Affairs, apologized for his statements on Malappuram and Kasaragod districts that sparked a political controversy. He claimed his remarks were being distorted to portray him as targeting a specific group and accused those involved in the campaign of attempting to tarnish his public image. Sunny Joseph, Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee president, called for action against Cherian, demanding the CPI(M) take disciplinary action and urging the government to oust him from office.