Kerala govt ought to slash tax on petrol: Chennithala

By Express News Service
KOCHI: The state authorities ought to cut back the tax on petroleum merchandise to ease the burden of widespread man, Opposition chief Ramesh Chennithala has mentioned. “The Centre and state government are looting the public. The Centre has increased excise duty of petrol 11 times and the consumer is forced to pay 200% tax. States like Maharashtra and Rajasthan have slashed the tax and Kerala should follow suit,” he informed reporters right here. He mentioned the earlier UDF regime had waived income to the tune of Rs 619 crore to assist shoppers.  

He mentioned winnability would be the standards for choosing candidates in Congress. Youngsters and ladies shall be given extra alternative. He mentioned UDF will take into account welcoming NCP into its fold if the get together leaves LDF. Interacting with representatives of assorted communities at a breakfast session at BTH Hotel, Chennithala mentioned all instances registered in opposition to individuals who participated in protests in opposition to violation of temple practices at Sabarimala can’t be withdrawn. 

Former Indian Ambassador to Netherlands Venu Rajamony and actor Salim Kumar attended the meet. Kerala Catholic Bishops’ Council secretary-general Fr Jacob Palackappilly mentioned the Catholic Church has no function within the makes an attempt made to divide Muslims and Christians. However, the complaints of disparity in offering minority reservation needs to be addressed.

Seafood Exporters Association Kerala president Alex Okay Ninan mentioned aquaculture needs to be promoted in wetlands that are left fallow for over 10 years. Writer Satheesh Chandran demanded that the UDF ought to take steps to avoid wasting the cultural sphere from the clutches of the AKG Centre.