Suresh Gopi Shares Work Photos Amid Absence Allegations
Union Minister and Thrissur MP Suresh Gopi responded to criticism over his recent absence from his constituency by posting photos of an official meeting. The images show him discussing the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, a national gas subsidy program, in the Rajya Sabha.
Accusations of Being ‘Missing’ Raised
Earlier, Kerala’s General Education Minister, V. Sivankutty, questioned Gopi’s absence from Thrissur, wondering whether he had effectively resigned from his party. Meanwhile, the Kerala Students’ Union (KSU) lodged a “missing person” complaint with local police, saying Gopi had been “inaccessible” in his district and had not addressed significant developments, such as the arrests of two Catholic nuns in Chhattisgarh.
MP Showcases Parliamentary Engagement
In his post, Gopi aimed to show that he remained actively fulfilling his duties at the national level, even if he wasn’t physically present in the constituency. The post steered clear of commenting on the absence controversy.
What It Means
The exchange highlights the growing tension between a Member of Parliament’s national commitments and responsibilities toward local constituents. Gopi’s attempt to remain visible through his work in Parliament indicates his effort to balance these dual roles amid rising public scrutiny.
