Kerala CM and BJP Leader Clash Over 'Mini Pakistan' Remark

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan condemns BJP minister Nitesh Rane's controversial statement, highlighting the divisive rhetoric and its political implications.

Maharashtra BJP minister Nitesh Rane referred to Kerala as 'mini Pakistan,' claiming terrorists voted for Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan called the remarks 'deeply malicious' and accused the Sangh Parivar of orchestrating hate campaigns against Kerala.
Rane later clarified his statement, asserting Kerala is part of India but raising concerns over religious conversions and 'love jihad' in the state.
Opposition parties, including Congress and the Left Democratic Front, demanded Rane's resignation, citing a violation of constitutional values and his oath of office.
The controversy has intensified political tensions, with BJP leaders both defending and criticizing Rane's remarks, while Kerala leaders emphasize the state's secular and harmonious identity.