CPI(M) suspends Sabarimala gold theft accused Padmakumar after poll setback

The CPI(M) has suspended Padmakumar, who was accused in the Sabarimala temple gold theft case, following months of public criticism and a poor showing in the recent Kerala elections. The party acknowledged that the controversy had negatively impacted its electoral performance.

The suspension decision was based on findings from a Special Investigation Team (SIT) report. The move comes as the party seeks to address the fallout from the high-profile case that drew significant public attention.