Kerala CM, Governor, and Finance Minister Meet to Discuss State Issues in Delhi

The rare meeting, which included the Governor's active participation, has sparked political discussions about its implications for Kerala's political landscape.

• Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Governor Rajendra Arlekar, and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met at Kerala House in New Delhi to discuss state-related matters.
• Governor Arlekar’s involvement in the meeting is seen as unusual, as his role typically does not include mediating between the state and Union government.
• The meeting addressed issues such as central assistance for Wayanad landslide rehabilitation and the long-term development of the Vizhinjam transshipment port.
• Political analysts suggest the Governor’s presence may indicate a growing alignment between the CPI(M) and BJP, potentially aimed at diminishing the Congress-led UDF’s influence in Kerala.
• The Governor also held a separate meeting with Kerala MPs, urging them to set aside political differences to prioritize the state’s development.

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