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Kerala CM demands removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over past conduct
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has called for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing concerns about his administrative record during his earlier posting in the state. Former state Finance Minister T.M. Thomas Isaac has backed the demand, questioning Kumar's track record.
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Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan escalated his criticism of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Wednesday, demanding his removal from the constitutional post over questions about his conduct during his tenure in Kerala. The demand adds to growing scrutiny of Kumar's administrative history as he heads the nation's election machinery.
Former Kerala Finance Minister T.M. Thomas Isaac lent weight to the Chief Minister's position, asserting that Kumar's record while serving in Kerala early in his career raised serious concerns about his suitability for the high office. Isaac's statement suggested there were specific instances during Kumar's Kerala posting that warranted examination.
The controversy marks an escalation in the political discourse surrounding Kumar's appointment as CEC, with state-level leaders questioning his credentials based on his prior administrative experience. The remarks come as various stakeholders continue to scrutinize the functioning of India's electoral machinery during a critical period for democratic institutions.