Shashi Tharoor is a big frame at international level. Many times we have seen the magic of Shashi Tharoor celebrating even defeat. Shashi Tharoor, a former diplomat in the United Nations, who was the Under-Secretary of the United Nations, fought for the post of Secretary-General of the United Nations after Koffi Annan. After the unofficial polls, he withdrew when he lost hope of victory. But that retreat made even Tharoor a star. Shashi Tharoor’s name became the talk of the whole country. Tharoor, who worked at the United Nations from 1978 to 2007, suddenly donned the clothes of a Congressman. To Thiruvananthapuram with Tara Paravesh to contest the 2009 Lok Sabha elections.
In that constituency, which was held by the Left, the UDF had a majority of almost one lakh in that election. Straight to the Senedd. Not just MP. Union Minister of State for External Affairs. He lost his ministry after the IPL dispute. But again in 2012 during the cabinet reshuffle. Even as controversies came and went, Tharoor himself reached the Lok Sabha as the voice of Thiruvananthapuram in 2014 and 2019. All this time, Shashi Tharoor has been trying to keep his name right in the country. Tharoor is not interested in grassroots politics. But don’t forget that Tharoor is a diplomat.
Tharoor, who had proved years ago that it was not for nothing that he flew from the United Nations Assembly to Kerala politics, once again reminds the same and moves on. But this time the Congress leaders in Kerala realized that their goal was not to win and fly to Delhi. Tharoor’s position was in the opposition which tried to correct the Congress at the national level. The dissidents insisted that they not only demand reorganization and elections, but also that they will contest if the elections are held. In the end many fought within the party or struggled with the leadership. But Tharoor did not back down. He contested for the position of IICC president from his post. Failed. But it is the same as when he went to compete for the United Nations in the past. Tharoor celebrated his defeat more than his victory.
Although it appears from the outside that he went ahead against the party, there are many who believe that this was not the case. It is a problem that does not reach a definite answer whether Tarir has done that to help the Nehru family or to help the Nehru family. Elections were held in the party. The game was held. The president was democratically elected. For those who raised their voice, they are proud to have taken part in the competition. In all this the presence of Shashi Tharoor plays no small role. That’s why some people at least believe that the race was a drama staged with the blessings of the Gandhi family. But it gave new impetus to the party. At least the problem of not having a chairman is solved. Tharoor’s next innings starts there.
A few more events charted very quickly focused on Malabar. Shashi Tharoor MP started it all. Tharoor’s visit to Kerala after Mallikarjun Kharhe’s defeat. This is a fast campaign as if Tharoor is coming to Kerala to receive a welcome. It was led by MK Raghavan MP. Programs are charted. KPCC president K Sudhakaran was making controversial statements in favor of the RSS while this planning was going on. MK Raghavan and his team could easily market Tharoor Panakkatake to convince the league which was in a provocation mood. Shashi Tharoor was able to trace the golden opportunity to intervene for the party and the progressives. At the same time, the general secretary of the NSS attacked the leader of the opposition VD Satheesan.
Shashi Tharoor, who entered Kerala politics, and the NSS did not have a good relationship until recently. But Tharoor’s side froze that ice. As a result, the community decided on Tharoor as the first function of the Mannam Jayanti conference to be held at the NSS headquarters in Perunna on January 2. Tharoor, who has charted events from the 20th in Malabang, is also preparing venues in the southern districts. . Chief guest at KM Chandy commemoration at Pala.
MK Raghavan came forward to introduce Tharoor to Kerala with heroism. MK Raghavan did not hesitate to say that Tharoor is indispensable in Kerala politics and cannot move forward without using those skills. Projecting a leader was a solitary task, but it was easy in the case of Tharoor’s brand. Things were discussed quickly.
What is Shashi Tharoor aiming for?
The main allegation raised by the Kerala leaders against Shashi Tharoor while contesting the Congress president election is that he has no influence on the ground. Tharoor’s decision is to go down to the bottom level of the organization and find a solution for him, as well as turn the acceptance and support he has in the public into an advantage. It is clear in Tharoor’s words that Kerala has been targeted.
Wide programs in Kannur Kozhikode Malappuram areas are charted in a timely manner. In addition to NSAC support, the green flag belongs to the league. The Alliance has long been of the view that the Congress should use Tharoor more. They have told the leadership openly several times. The Alliance also wants Tharoor to emerge not as a presence in the Lok Sabha elections but as a star in the assembly elections. Then K Sudhakaran’s pro-RSS statement as an aid to all that.
The alliance’s support was also aimed at starting the tour program which is planned to be organized in each of the fourteen districts of Malabar. By then, the Kerala party leadership was feeling danger. Youth Congress district committee Kozhikode announced the program on the topic of secularism and the challenge posed by Sangh Parivar with Shashi Tharoor as the chief guest. But after news spread that Tharoor was coming to gain a foothold in state politics, the Youth Congress postponed the seminar. The matter became a controversial one. Tharoor’s undeclared ban has become hot news. as the title. So Shashi Tharoor became the talk of the town. However, Tharoor responded that he should ask them about the Youth Congress retreat. He is not afraid of himself, and no one should be. Tharoor also said that programs in Malabar should not be given too much importance.
Tharoor told Manerama News that many people who want to play the center forward in politics seek his side-bench. Tharoor started his Malabar tour by visiting MT’s house in the morning and seeking his blessings. The absence of leaders is evident. MT’s grandson also shared friendships with family members. After the visit, Tharoor said that literature was discussed more. Tharoor told Manorama News that many people want him on the side bench. Various events in Mahi and Kozhikode in coming days. They will reach Panakkad on Wednesday and meet themselves and Kunhalikutty. At the same time, Tharoor’s side demanded an inquiry into the fact that the Youth Congress had withdrawn from the post of organizer of the seminar. The Youth Congress leadership withdrew from the seminar but the activists took over.
Presence of follower K Sudhakaran and Youth Congress State Vice President Rijil Mackutty at the seminar venue. K Muralidharan’s statement gave a new level to the debate. Muralidharan openly said that some people in the state leadership are behind Tharoor’s boycott. VD Satheesan did not respond to the controversy. K Sudhakaran said he would discuss the matter and then ban public statements. Shashi Tharoor has put more pressure on the leadership by raising the demand for an inquiry into the ban.
When Ramesh Chennithala Tharoor is not fully supported, everyone looks forward to the direction of the group which has not opened its mind openly. Will Shashi Tharoor be able to gain prominence in the Congress establishment in Kerala? That is another topic of discussion. Tharoor’s strength is that he does not hesitate to help anyone, not just those who are with him. International reputation. An incorruptible image. Those are all positive points of Tharoor. Tharoor’s strength is young and loyal voters. And the fact that he is a personality that is accepted even by those outside politics also makes Tharoor a star. But the question is whether this alone is enough to hold on to Kerala politics.
Failing to secure the support of party members is a major challenge. The fact that the Gandhi family has the final say on the Congress’s decision, whether Tharoor is the object of their displeasure or not, is also an issue that will affect the way forward. Congress politics proceeds only on group equations. Tharoor’s entry into the arena is now being discussed as a rival to VD Satheesan. Group I, which is divided in many ways, has not made its position public. What is Tharoor’s impact in Kerala Congress?
Tharoor has the tacit support of K Sudhakaran. K Muralidharan in public. Acceptable to constituents including Alliance. All this makes Tharoor strong. The workers, including at the block level, are the backbone of the Congress. Tharoor aims to gain their trust and become one of them. Tharoor, who does not care about group politics, emphasizes on the line of development. That is why the camp is pointing to Shashi Tharoor as the leader to face the LDF in the next elections. How successful it will be.
Tharoor’s actions are lively. Very relatable. The capacity and ability to intervene across international borders to rescue victims. All this gives Tharoor heroism. Tharoor’s arrival was announced very quickly. It is also worth noting that the action is fast. Shashi Tharoor will become a vocal force in the organization if he manages to bring the workers together and move forward. Observers are eagerly waiting to see what move VD Satheesan will make with the blessings of KC Venugopal. Opponents are watching for groups from the non-group to emerge and new explosions to be heard in Congress. In any case, the Congress in Kerala began to feel a movement. There are discussions like that.
