केरलम: मंत्री के जीजा बन गए पर्सनल स्टाफ, नेपोटिज्म पर हल्ले के बाद इस्तीफा

Benny Thomas, the brother-in-law of Kerala's Power Minister Sunny Joseph, has stepped down from his position as a personal secretary. His appointment had sparked significant public backlash and accusations of nepotism within the state's political circles. Opposition parties strongly criticized the move, arguing that it reflected unfair favoritism in government staffing. Furthermore, the decision caused internal friction and discontent among members of the Congress party. Following the intense controversy, Thomas resigned to mitigate the growing political pressure on the minister.

This incident highlights the ongoing political sensitivity surrounding allegations of nepotism and ethical governance in state-level appointments.