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This is an archive article published on May 18, 2015

I only made a general statement on corruption: AK Antony

"My comments were not aimed at anyone or meant to weaken anyone. I have made a general statement only,’’ said Antony.

After his observation on rising corruption in the government machinery put the Oommen Chandy-led Kerala govt in dock, senior Congress leader A K Antony on Monday said he had made only a general statement.

“My comments were not aimed at anyone or meant to weaken anyone. I have made a general statement only. My statements were distorted and I did not want to hurt anyone,’’ said Antony in Alappuzha.

Antony’s observation on corruption in government machinery had snowballed into a war cry against the leadership of Chandy. His rivals had seized it as an opportunity to open a debate on leadership change in the government.

“The issue of leadership change is not on party’s agenda. The Congress can retain power in the next elections if the party remains united,” said Antony.

Shaju Philip is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Indian Express, where he leads the publication's coverage from Kerala. With over 25 years of experience in mainstream journalism, he is one of the most authoritative voices on the socio-political, religious, and developmental landscape of South India. Expertise, Experience, and Authority Decades of Regional Specialization: Shaju has spent more than two decades documenting the "Kerala Model" of development, its complex communal dynamics, and its high-stakes political environment. Key Coverage Beats: His extensive reporting portfolio includes: Political & Governance Analysis: In-depth tracking of the LDF and UDF coalitions, the growth of the BJP in the state, and the intricate workings of the Kerala administration. Crime & Investigative Journalism: Noted for his coverage of high-profile cases such as the gold smuggling probe, political killings, and the state’s counter-terrorism efforts regarding radicalization modules. Crisis Management: He has led ground-level reporting during major regional crises, including the devastating 2018 floods, the Nipah virus outbreaks, and the Covid-19 pandemic response. ... Read More

 

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