The difference among diverse political parties in the LDF have been weakening the image of Kerala government. Recent controversial statements and corruption cases have been also widely criticized. Major coalition partners like CPI and Janata Dal have also come forward attacking the policies of certain ministers. 

Janata Dal leader M.P. Veerendrakumar recently questioned the minister for devaswom, G. Sudhakaran on controversial statements in connection with Aravana deal and other related issues. CPI leaders warned CPM ministers to look after their own portfolio and not to comment on other coalition partner's performance. Chief Minister V.S. Achuthanandan has also disclosed that some unwanted statements and controversies affected the image of his government badly. 

LDF received a landslide victory against the UDF in the last verdict. Public had a lot of expectations. VS Achuthanandan's image was a big contribution to the victory. His crusade against corruption and injustice attracted many voters despite their politics.  

But later on, developments were disappointing. Due to immense pressure from within the party and front, V.S could not shine as expected. This was clear in Munnar land acquisition from unauthorized encroachers. In the first stage this was a great success. But later on this rapid action had many setbacks. V.S had to face harsh criticism within his own party and CPI. Since then the difference has risen above the front set-up. Now the fighting is between the ministers and other front members. 

Minister G. Sudhakaran has openly alleged that some front members didn’t co-operate in certain developmental projects. But this minister is criticizing the top officials in his own department also which makes little sense to the public. He alleged some officials at Travancore Devaswom board were corrupt. The minister is leading his department and how can the leader question his own staff openly which shows that his own leadership is incompetent. This act is widely criticized by left partners. Veerendrakumar stated that Sabarimala devotees had never experienced such a big problem before citing the instance of Aravana scarcity.

Meanwhile the minister shouted against UDF MLA who was speaking in a meeting at Pathanamthitta Guest House. The education policy invited lot of criticism from various parts too. The minority organizations and NSS is against LDFs education policy. Sky rocketing price of rice and consumer goods also affect the ministry's image badly.

There will be tough times ahead for the LDF ministry if the differences are not quickly settled.
 

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