Govt. should protect State’s interest in Vizhinjam, says Pinarayi
Opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan has urged the Kerala government to clarify its stance on the proposed stake sale in the Vizhinjam port. He alleges that the deal with the Adani Group violates the concession agreement and threatens state interests.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights significant political and economic tensions regarding the privatization of critical infrastructure projects.
Accusing the government of making baseless allegations against the Opposition instead of addressing concerns over the proposed stake sale in Vizhinjam port, Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday urged Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan to clarify the government’s stance on the issue.
In a letter to the Chief Minister, Mr. Vijayan said the government should remember the fact that, under the concession agreement, the Adani Group was responsible only for the operation and maintenance of the port, while ownership of the port was entirely with the Kerala government.
He said instead of claiming that the government had no stake in the concessionaire company, the Chief Minister should state the government’s commitment to protecting the port rather than allowing it to be handed over to corporate interests. He also criticised the Chief Minister for linking the proposed stake transfer with the Vizhinjam conclave.
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