Pinarayi Vijayan alleges ‘saffronisation’ attempts in MGU, criticises UDF govt. for alleged silence

Opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan has accused the Sangh Parivar of attempting to 'saffronise' Mahatma Gandhi University through the Governor's office. He criticized the UDF government for its silence on the matter, framing it as a betrayal of Kerala's secular values.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing tensions between state governments and Governor-appointed university administrations in India, reflecting broader political conflicts over secularism and institutional autonomy.
Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan has lashed out at alleged efforts by the Sangh Parivar to ‘saffronise’ and exert influence over Mahatma Gandhi University.
The article focuses on the perspective of a CPI(M) leader, framing the issue through the lens of secularism versus a specific political agenda.
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