Media spreading negativity

#Media spreading negativity.

The role of the media should be to inform people with news that is relevant, constructive, and beneficial to society. Unfortunately, many newspapers and channels today give unnecessary importance to odd and disturbing incidents that happen in faraway places. 

For example, a small incident in a school in Haryana where a class 2 child hung on his legs, was reported in Kerala with great prominence, even though it has no direct connection to the lives of people here. Such reports do nothing but disturb the peace of mind of readers and spread negativity. Journalism should focus on issues that genuinely matter, like education, health, development, and public welfare, rather than sensationalizing isolated and unfortunate events.

When the media constantly highlights suicides, violence, and cruelty happening in remote corners of the country or world, it is not serving society but harming it. Most readers neither need nor benefit from knowing every disturbing incident, especially when it is presented in a sensational way. This type of reporting can create unnecessary fear, sadness, or even unhealthy curiosity in people who otherwise would not think about such matters. 

The duty of the press is to filter information wisely, not to inject poison into the minds of innocent readers. Newspapers and channels must realize that the world is vast, and not every disturbing event deserves front-page coverage. What people truly deserve is news that uplifts, informs, and guides them toward positive living.

-K A Solaman

Operation Numkhor

#Operation #Numkhor

Operation Numkhor is a strong step by Indian Customs to stop smuggling and tax evasion. Luxury vehicles were brought into Kerala through fake papers and without paying the proper taxes, which is a serious crime. No one, including film stars or other famous people, should be above the law.

 Even if some actors say they did not know about the scam, ignorance of the law cannot be used as an excuse. Tax evasion not only causes huge loss to the country but also encourages illegal networks and even possible links to terror funding. Such crimes must be punished strictly so that it becomes a lesson for everyone.

At the same time, the role of the Malayalam visual media shows clear bias. Since popular actors like Dulquer Salmaan and Prithviraj are involved, the case is being downplayed and not widely reported. If the same incident had involved Suresh Gopi, the  TV Channels would have filled their programs with debates and criticism for weeks. This double standard weakens public trust in the TV shows. 

Media should not protect celebrities or hide their faults. Instead, it must stand with the truth and the people, highlighting all wrongdoings equally, no matter who commits them.

-K A Solaman

wounds remain unhealed

#Wounds remain unhealed.

The LDF government under Pinarayi Vijayan has repeatedly shown arrogance and insensitivity towards the deeply held beliefs of crores of Ayyappa devotees. In 2018, by deliberately supporting the violation of Sabarimala’s age-old traditions and filing cases against innocent devotees, the government created wounds that still remain unhealed. 

Instead of respecting the sentiments of the faithful, Pinarayi Vijayan and his ministers ridiculed believers, dismissed their protests as political drama, and weaponized the police against ordinary pilgrims. Such actions exposed a government that placed its ideological stubbornness above the cultural and spiritual values of the people it was elected to serve.

Now, years later, the same rulers are trying to wear a mask of devotion by organizing expensive “Ayyappa meets” at Pampa with crores of taxpayers’ money. This hypocrisy has not gone unnoticed. Devotees clearly saw through the drama, as reflected in the success of the Pandalam Ayyappa protection meet compared to the flop show at Pampa. 

Spending huge sums to whitewash past mistakes will not erase the betrayal of 2018. The resurgence of people’s anger shows that the wound is still raw, and the government will be forced to face the consequences of its anti-devotee stance when the people deliver their verdict at the ballot box.

-K A Solaman

Guardians of tradition

#Guardians of tradition

The sudden discovery of devotion by the very people who once wore their atheism like a badge, now conducting Ayyappa Summit deserves an additional chapter to written in their names in the Puranas. 

Pinarayi Vijayan and Minister Vasavan, who spent nine long years refusing even a token bow before Lord Ayyappa, now parade themselves as chief priests of the  international summit. If irony were camphor, it could light the whole of Sabarimala for a hundred Mandalams. Their newfound bhakti is less about piety and more about political cosmetics, sprinkled with the holy ash of election season.

And what a summit it promises to be! Those who once cheered the trampling of traditions and filed cases against namajapa protesters now claim to be the guardians of sanctity. Instead of withdrawing the cases, they garland them with silence, while loudly chanting the slogans of “tradition” to hoodwink devotees. 

The Global Ayyappa Meet under their stewardship is less about protecting faith and more about staging a grand drama, with the organisers themselves as the least believable actors in the play.

- K A Solaman

System failure

#System #failure

In many places, the voter registration system is not working properly to stop duplicate votes. Instead, genuine voters are being removed from the list. This is happening because some local officials and political party workers are working together to delete votes. 

Even when people ask to correct the mistake, their names are not added back. Election officers are either helpless or influenced by money to remove voters who support other parties. Because of this, many voters are left without the right to vote.

Again, when people apply to add their name to the voter list, the officers should check their identity by uploading their electoral ID. But in many cases, this is not being done. This makes the process unclear and unfair. As a result, there are more cases of both double voting and single votes being deleted. It is important that the authorities check this problem carefully. 

Every citizen should be able to vote, and no one’s name should be removed unfairly from the list.Election officials should try to attract voters to the booth, not to discourage them from voting.

-K A Solaman

Leadership strong

#Leadership #strong

Rajeev Chandrasekhar has shown strong leadership and a clear vision for the BJP in Kerala. He understands how to bring people together and motivate local leaders to work hard for the party. His approach may be different from the traditional way, but it is helping the BJP grow and gain support in the State. 

Instead of following old methods, he is building a disciplined and organised structure that can win more elections. This is what the party needed to become stronger and more effective.

Those who criticise Rajeev only show their weakness and fear of change. Running a party like a company does not mean ignoring values; it means working with efficiency and responsibility. Thanks to Rajeev, BJP is no longer dependent on opposing others but is actively building its own strength. 

His efforts are already bringing results, and the future looks bright for the party under his leadership. Detractors should support his vision and work towards the common goal of strengthening the party in Kerala.

-K A Solaman

Fair police

#Fair #Police

The recent protests by the Congress party about police high-handedness, custodial torture, and corruption have created a lot of concern in the State. Many incidents of mistreatment of people at police stations have come to light through social media and news channels. 

Some of these wrongdoings are said to be supported by the ruling government. Such acts of cruelty against innocent citizens must be stopped and corrected. The police are meant to protect people and maintain law and order, so they must treat everyone fairly and with respect.

At the same time, police officers face difficult situations every day. They have to deal with criminals, robbers, and rowdies who disturb peace. In such cases, the police cannot always act gently like helpers. Sometimes they must be strict to control troublemakers and protect society. But it is important for them to know the difference between innocent people and wrongdoers. 

With proper training and guidance, police can handle such situations wisely. We should appreciate their hard work and bravery in keeping our communities safe.  Hope they continue to serve with courage, fairness, and understanding.

-K A Solaman

Misuse of power

#Misuse of power

The police action of booking 27 people for making the Onam pookalam with inscription "Operation Sindoor" at the Parthasarathy temple in Muthupilakk is unfair and too harsh. 

Onam is an important cultural and religious festival for the l Kerala, and the flower decoration is a way to show happiness and thankfulness. It is not violent or dangerous, but a harmless tradition that is part of Kerala’s culture. Moreover Operation Sindoor is a response to a the barbaric attack by Pakistan-sponsored terrorists  and the action focussed on dismantling terror. The nation is proud of it.

So, treating the making of  floral carpet with inscription "Operation Sindoor/  as a crime only scares people and stops them from celebrating. Instead of protecting the feelings and traditions of the community, the police have targeted them, which causes fear and breaks trust. This action is wrong and shows a misuse of power that goes against the spirit of unity and joy that Onam stands for.

K A Solaman

Unfair demand

#Unfair demand by Ilayaraja

Ilayaraja’s demand for ₹5 crore as compensation from actor Ajith is unfair and shows greed. A film song is created by many people working together. The writer, singer, music director, and producer are the partners.. Once the song is released in the film, it becomes a part of public culture and is enjoyed by everyone. 

Claiming huge money for using it again is wrong because the producer, who owns the film rights, already has the permission to use the song. Asking for extra money now is just trying to profit from something that is already shared with the public.

This is not the first time a famous artist has tried to demand money for songs that people love. Earlier, singer KJ Yesudas also asked for royalties, but due to public criticism, he had to withdraw the demand. The people understood that enjoying songs should not come with unnecessary costs.

Similarly, Ilayaraja’s demand is not fair. Instead of focusing on creativity and sharing his music, he is trying to make more money from it. Such behavior makes him look selfish and damages his image as a respected musician. He should rethink this approach and support the public’s right to enjoy his songs freely.

-K A Solamen

Election Stunt

#Election #Stunt.

The Pinarayi-led Kerala government, after spending years bruising the faith and sentiments of Ayyappa devotees, has suddenly discovered the magic potion of an “Ayyappa Summit.” Like a conjurer who first sets fire to the tent and then invites the audience to a fire-safety seminar, the government is now attempting to rebrand itself as the guardian of temple traditions.

 Unfortunately, the devotees have not forgotten the lathi charges, arrests, and countless cases slapped during the Sabarimala protests. The cases that still sit in files, untouched. The summit, instead of being seen as a gesture of reconciliation, resembles a desperate election-season stunt, a festival of hollow words wrapped in political garlands.

What was intended as a grand olive branch has quickly become a prickly cactus. The so-called Ayyappa Summit is less of a religious dialogue and more of a tragicomedy staged for TV cameras. It is as if the government, having shattered the pot of rituals, now tries to mend it with chewing gum, expecting the devotees to drink from it once again. 

In reality, the move has backfired, leaving the ruling front in the same position as a cat that has foolishly thrust its head into a narrow pot and unable to see forward, unable to pull back, and inviting nothing but laughter from onlookers.

-K A Solaman

Chasing Shadows

#Chasing #Shadows

The Kerala Crime Branch seems to have found a new hobby of chasing shadows instead of criminals. With no complaint, no petitioner, and no case file worth reading, they proudly march behind gossip, as if abortion reports in Bengaluru hospitals were the missing piece in solving Kerala’s crime puzzle.

Perhaps the next step is to raid maternity wards and question nurses about who sneezed during surgery. While drug mafias and gold smugglers enjoy their evening tea, our police are busy polishing their magnifying glasses to investigate “whispers” that even the women themselves chose not to share.

And what about the minister guiding this drama? He appears like a stage manager of a village play, whispering orders from behind the curtain while the police dance like puppets. Instead of protecting citizens from real threats, they script soap operas with half-baked scandals as the main plot.

 

Kerala deserves policemen, not stand-up comedians in uniform. If this continues, we may soon see a new Crime Branch department known as “Department of Rumours and Channel Gossips.”

- K A Solaman