VS Achuthanandan blasts media; denies slipping 'chit' to Yechury

Vehemently denying reports that he had given any 'chit' to Communist Party of India (Marxist) CPM general secretary Sitaram Yechury demanding a plush post with cabinet rank, senior leader VS Achuthanandan hitted out at the media for spreading 'canards.' 

Achuthandans rebuttal comes nearly a week after a controversy broke over a note he allegedly handed over to  Yechury during the swearing-in ceremony of Pinarayi Vijayan ministry. Without naming the media organisation, Achuthanandan alleged that the newspaper was spreading canards without any basis. "If I want any position in the government, I have the freedom to talk directly to the leadership or write to them."  

"If I want any position in the government, I have the freedom to talk directly to the leadership or write to them."  VS Achuthanandan

 In a Facebook post, Achuthanandan said he still possess enough liberty to put forth his demands to any leader in the party and need not stealthily slip a note to communicate to the party.  

Calling the 'chit episode' a shamelessly fabricated story spun by media, Achuthanandan said he had met Yechury several times on that day and didn't have to wait until the swearing-in ceremony to present his demands. He also urged the society to discuss the irresponsibility of media.

Last week, visuals of Achuthanandan reading a note during the swearing -in ceremony of LDF ministry sparked off a controversy in Kerala after it was reported that it had demands Achuthanandan wanted the CPM to consider. Later, Yechury gave credence to the media reports by confirming that the note was given to him by Achuthanandan, and the politburo will discuss the new position to accommodate the veteran leader.