E.P. Jayarajan distances himself from CPI(M)’s corruption charge in Vizhinjam port share transfer

CPI(M) leader E.P. Jayarajan has distanced himself from party allegations of corruption regarding the Vizhinjam port project. He emphasized the project's importance to Kerala and suggested that any corruption claims should be investigated by competent authorities.
Why it matters
Internal party friction regarding major infrastructure projects can impact state development and political stability.
Differences have surfaced within the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] over the controversy surrounding the proposed share transfer in the Vizhinjam port project, with Central Committee member E.P. Jayarajan distancing himself from the party’s allegations of corruption in the deal.
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