Thiruvananthapuram: In a deeply touching and emotional moment ahead of assuming his new leadership role, senior Congress leader and Chief Minister-designate V.D. Satheesan broke down in tears during a visit to the residence of the late G. Karthikeyan, former Speaker of the Kerala Legislative Assembly.
Visiting the late stalwart’s home in Sasthamangalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Satheesan was visibly emotional while interacting with Karthikeyan’s wife, M.T. Sulekha, and his son, former MLA K.S. Sabarinadhan. Consoling the tearful leader as he was overwhelmed by memories, the family affectionately told him, “A Chief Minister should not cry.”
Satheesan shared a profound personal and political bond with G. Karthikeyan, who was a guiding figure for him in Kerala politics. The poignant visit was a testament to the immense respect and love Satheesan holds for the late leader. Blessing him for his upcoming political journey, Karthikeyan’s family offered their wholehearted support to the state’s new leader.
