Amid UDF differences, Muneer says he does not run after positions
IUML leader M.K. Muneer has addressed internal UDF tensions regarding his potential appointment as chairperson of the State Administrative Reforms Commission. He stated he is not seeking the position but remains ready to serve if his party mandates it.
Why it matters
The internal friction within the UDF coalition highlights the complexities of political appointments and power-sharing in Kerala's governance.
Amid simmering tensions within the ruling Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) over the State Cabinet’s decision to appoint Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) leader M.K. Muneer as chairperson of the State Administrative Reforms Commission and Forward Bloc leader G. Devarajan as the State government’s representative in New Delhi, Mr. Muneer on Thursday said he was not someone who ran after positions.
Speaking to mediapersons in Kozhikode, Mr. Muneer said he was unaware of his appointment and had not been officially informed about the Cabinet decision so far.
“I had noticed media reports about my appointment and Mr. Devarajan’s appointment in Delhi the other day, along with some controversies. I am not someone who runs after any position. I do not consider the post of chairperson of the State Administrative Reforms Commission a ceremonial position. It is not a post meant to accommodate anyone,” he said.
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