#Repusive #discourse
The careless hurling of accusations, followed by their sudden withdrawal, reflects a dangerous trend among public figures, particularly politicians like Kerala's General Education Minister, V. Sivankutty.
His remarks about an actress allegedly demanding an exorbitant fee for training in connection with the Kerala School Arts Fest cast unwarranted suspicion on many in the industry. Such reckless statements are not only damaging to reputations but also fuel unnecessary public controversy.
Once words are spoken, they take on a life of their own, spreading rapidly and often leaving an indelible mark on the accused, even when those statements are later retracted. This act of withdrawing statements does not erase the harm done, as the allegations, once made, linger in the public's memory.
Words are powerful, and politicians should be held accountable for what they say. A mere retraction does not undo the damage caused by public defamation, as people tend to remember the initial accusation more than the apology. Ministers and other public officials must show greater responsibility and restraint before speaking out, especially when their words can have far-reaching consequences on individuals’ personal and professional lives.
To make baseless claims and then withdraw them when faced with backlash shows a lack of maturity and understanding of the power of communication. Public discourse, especially when directed by those in power, must be governed by integrity, not impulsiveness.
-K A Solaman
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