Congress and CPM two sides of the same coin: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the Congress and the CPI-M two sides of the same coin who engage in friendly competition in Kerala, yet remain partners in Delhi.
Transport Minister Antony Raju said the bus could also be used for budget tourism once the Nava Kerala Sadas programme is over.
The 25-seater bus is equipped with restrooms and washrooms for the CM and 21 Ministers. The bus will arrive in Kasaragod on Saturday.
Leader of Opposition VD Satheesan accused the government of splurging public money.
Former Leader of Opposition Ramesh Chennithala also said in a statement that the luxury Benz ‘Caravan’ will be a boomerang for the government itself.
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However, Transport Minister Antony Raju has dismissed allegations that the purchase of the bus was an extravagant spending. It could also be used for budget tourism once the Nava Kerala Sadas is over, he said.
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