Kerala Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan demands investigation into ‘defamatory’ remarks made by Major Ravi
Kerala Opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan has filed a formal complaint against BJP leader Major Ravi for allegedly spreading defamatory and fabricated content regarding his attendance at a funeral. The complaint requests a scientific investigation into the social media campaign that claimed Vijayan used an excessive security convoy.
Why it matters
This highlights the growing issue of political misinformation and the use of fabricated digital media to influence public perception in Indian politics.
Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday (June 12, 2026) lodged a petition with Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala demanding an investigation into the defamatory remarks made by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and filmmaker Major Ravi regarding the former Chief Minister’s visit to pay his last respects to Innocent, actor and former MP of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), after his death.
The article reports on the filing of a complaint and the claims made by both parties without taking a definitive stance on the veracity of the allegations.
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