Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan dismissed opposition allegations regarding the use of a PR agency to enhance his public image. In a recent state assembly session, Vijayan firmly denied the claims, asserting that Kerala's secular and peaceful environment has always made it a target for communal forces.
He emphasized that the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government and its leadership have never required external PR assistance to address such challenges or maintain the state's reputation. Vijayan highlighted the government's extensive developmental and welfare initiatives, which have garnered widespread public support and appreciation.
The Chief Minister also clarified a recent interview with The Hindu newspaper, stating that the state's Information and Public Relations Department (I&PRD) handles all communication and public outreach activities. He refuted any involvement of a PR agency and confirmed that there was no mention of Malappuram in his remarks, as previously clarified by The Hindu.
Vijayan dismissed questions about the presence of a PR agency representative during the interview, stating that the query was irrelevant since no such agency was involved.