Kerala Governor Rebukes CPI(M) Leader for 'Irresponsible' Comments

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has criticized CPI(M) leader M Swaraj, labeling him as 'irresponsible' following Swaraj's recent comments suggesting that being of sound mind was not a requirement for governors. Khan refused to engage with what he described as irresponsible remarks made by the CPI(M) leader.

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has taken a firm stance against CPI(M) leader M Swaraj, labeling him as 'irresponsible' during a media interaction on Wednesday. Khan was asked about Swaraj's recent controversial statements made at an event in Kannur, where the leader indicated that soundness of mind isn't mandatory for gubernatorial appointments.

Khan dismissed the remarks, questioning Swaraj's significance and refusing to engage with him. 'Who is Mr. Swaraj? He may be anybody, but I do not respond to people like that. Irresponsible people. I do not respond to (them),' Khan firmly stated.

Swaraj had claimed that while many key political roles, such as MLA, MP, minister, chief minister, Speaker, and prime minister, require mental soundness, the only requirement for a governor's appointment is being over 35 years of age. This comment has sparked a wave of reactions, with Khan's being notably dismissive.

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