Kerala’s Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPIM)] MLA U. Prathibha has sparked controversy along with her remarks that the development of inviting stars who “barely put on garments” for inaugurations is on the rise within the State.

Speaking at an occasion at Kayamkulam just lately, Ms. Prathibha stated, “when an actor comes with out carrying correct garments, folks flock to that programme in massive numbers. We ought to inform them to cease that. Are the folks of Kerala so lustful? They needs to be requested to return dressed correctly. Do not accuse me of being moralistic for saying this. It is nearly dressing decently. We dwell in a rustic the place folks have the liberty to put on or to not put on garments,” the Kayamkulam MLA stated.

She additionally criticised a tv present hosted by a well-liked actor, with out naming the programme.

“There is a peeping-tom present being aired within the evenings in Kerala now. The present includes watching others secretly whereas they sleep and commenting on how tight their garments are. An immortal actor is internet hosting this present. What democracy wants should not star kings, however actual human beings who work among the many folks and we will need to have the braveness to say that,” the MLA stated.

Published – October 10, 2025 11:28 am IST