Row over proposal to appoint Seshadrinathan as State Election Commissioner intensifies

Congress leaders in Kerala are objecting to the proposed appointment of N. Seshadrinathan, a judge from the Family Court, Irinjalakuda, as State Election Commissioner. They allege that he has ties to the Rashtriya Swyamsevak Sangh (RSS) and request an antecedents verification. The KPCC general secretary, P.M. Niyas, met with Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala to express concerns about Mr. Seshadrinathan's suitability for the position. The proposed appointment has sparked controversy within the party, with some advocating for a different judicial officer with a history of supporting the Congress.