October 21, 2017 by admin

Iconic Marxist Achuthanandan going strong at 94

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala’s iconic Marxist and former Chief Minister VS Achuthanandan turned 94 today.
He is currently one of the country’s oldest and active politicians, and except for a slight slowing of his movements, he continues to remain sharp. He also loses no opportunity to take on his critics and on issues concerning the people.
The veteran this morning was busy attending calls from well-wishers greeting him and also a steady stream of visitors calling on him.
As usual, the media was present in large numbers. He also heard a new song on himself. Of late, Achuthanandan has been maintaining a low profile when it comes to attacking his archrival—Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.
Vijayan was made the Chief Minister in May last year, after Achuthanandan was asked to lead the Assembly election campaign. After the CPM won the election, Achuthanandan was given the decorative title of “Kerala’s Castro”.
In order to keep him under check, Achuthanandan was made chairman of the Administrative Reforms Commission and was given cabinet status.
Now, all eyes are on what move Achuthanandan would make after a difference of opinion has surfaced on what political relations the CPM should have with the Congress.