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Political Fallout Deepens: Kerala CM Boycotts Governor’s Independence Day Reception
Harshit
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Aug 18, 2025
A palpable chill descended upon Raj Bhavan as Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and his entire Cabinet notably absented themselves from the traditional ‘At-Home’ reception hosted by Governor Rajendra V Arlekar on Independence Day. This significant boycott underscores the deepening fissures between the state’s executive and its gubernatorial office, fueled by recent controversies over issues like university appointments and ceremonial observances. [13]