Oppn. accuses Kochi Mayor of ‘abuse of power’ over extension of biomining agreement
The Opposition Left Democratic Front has accused Kochi Mayor V.K. Minimol of abusing her power by extending a biomining agreement without council consultation. They claim the decision violates prior agreements and procedures, particularly regarding the handling of legacy waste. The Mayor defended her actions by citing cost savings and the timing of the biomining process.
- ▪The LDF accused Mayor V.K. Minimol of illegally extending a biomining agreement after its expiration.
- ▪Opposition leader V.A. Sreejith raised concerns about the council's decision-making process regarding the extension.
- ▪Minimol claimed the extension was necessary for effective biomining during the optimal season.
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The Opposition Left Democratic Front (LDF) on Saturday (May 30, 2026) sought to corner Mayor V.K. Minimol, accusing her of ‘abuse of power’ by illegally extending the agreement with the company engaged in biomining legacy waste after the expiry of the original contract, without consulting the council.LDF parliamentary party leader V.A. Sreejith had written to the Corporation secretary on Friday (May 29, 2026) raising the matter. In his letter, he alleged that the decision taken at the council meeting on January 27 was erroneously recorded in the minutes.
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