Kerala assembly condemns RSS leader’s ‘behead CM’ edict

The Kerala assembly on Monday passed a resolution condemning the statement of the RSS leader from Madhya Pradesh who announced a bounty of ₹1 crore on the head of chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

The resolution was introduced by state culture minister A K Balan and the Congress-led Opposition supported it. Condemning the remark made by RSS leader Kundan Chandrwat, the resolution urged the government to take action against him.

Addressing a rally in Ujjain last week, Chandrwat had raked up a big controversy announcing a reward of ₹1 crore to anyone who killed the CM. He made a scathing attack on Vijayan saying he was responsible for the death of RSS activists in Kerala. “Cut off Vijayan’s head and bring it to me. I will transfer my house and all assets to you,” he had said.

Following a big outcry, RSS had distanced itself from the leader and took action against him. Later, he also retracted his statement saying he was upset with the ongoing violence against RSS cadres in Kerala.

The Left Front is also upset with the MP government for charging him under minor sections and giving him enough time to seek anticipatory bail.

In the meantime, Vijayan’s security has been tightened. In addition to the existing six police personnel, four more commandos will be added to his security.