Sivankutty Counters Governor’s Remarks

Quick Summary

• General education Minister V.Sivankutty criticized Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar for endorsing ‘pada puja’ (foot worship) in schools.
• Sivankutty stated the practice is “unacceptable and inappropriate” in an educational environment.
• He alleged RSS involvement in promoting such acts and suggested schools engaging in such practices could be legally problematic.
• The remarks were made during his visit to Kannur on Tuesday.

Indian opinion Analysis

The minister’s criticism touches upon broader issues of the integration of religious or cultural practices within educational institutions, raising questions about their appropriateness in secular settings. By citing RSS patronage, he underscores concerns about political influence shaping school activities. While no direct response from the Governor or other parties was noted in this article,this debate highlights ongoing tensions between differing ideological perspectives within India’s governance and education systems.Such discussions are pivotal for defining boundaries between tradition and modernity,especially concerning children’s involvement.Read more: Published – July 15, 2025 07:43 pm IST