Held under the banner of the CPIM, the demonstration witnessed participation from a large number of daily commuters, laborers, and local residents, all voicing concerns over the financial burden the fare hike would impose on the working class and economically weaker sections of society.
The Minister also presented Chief Minister Manik Saha with a basket of locally grown potatoes, two packets of 'Kali-Khasha' rice, and millet-based biscuits on the floor of the state assembly. These items were also distributed to all members of the house, including representatives from IPFT,
"Party has given me a responsibility of state president. In the name of all party workers I am taking this responsibility. Last time when party asked me to contest from Trivandrum, it was a surprise and pride for me," he said.
CPI-M leader Brinda Karat on Monday expressed dissatisfaction over the punishment given to the convict in the RG Kar case, saying that the state government should also have been held accountable.
Congress leader and Kerala Leader of Opposition VD Satheesan has lauded the CBI Court's verdict in the Periya double murder case, stating it has bolstered public faith in the justice system.
The Polit Bureau of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Friday mourned the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh who, it said, stood firmly for secular and democratic values during his tenure as prime minister.
The CPI(M) candidates will contest the elections in nine constituencies including Tamar, Baharagora, Mandar, Jama, Pakur, Jamtara, Mahespur, Sisai, and Chatra.