Chief Minister V D Satheesan faces criticism after an open-mic remark contradicted his official Assembly response regarding a local holiday.
The holiday request for the Champakulam Moolam Boat Race in Kuttanad Taluk has become a major flashpoint for Kerala political parties.
LDF legislators and CPI(M) leaders have accused the Chief Minister of misleading the Assembly and undermining public trust.
Event organisers remain hopeful for a favorable decision as final preparations continue for the traditional race scheduled for June 29.