PC Thomas alleges intervention in 2004 Lok Sabha election; Venugopal also raises concerns

Kerala Congress leader P.C. Thomas alleged that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar intervened in favor of Jose K. Mani during the 2004 Lok Sabha election. He also alleged that the candidate list of Jose K. Mani's alternative candidate was rejected due to a difference in the list. Congress leader Malayinkeezhu Venugopal also demanded an inquiry into allegations linked to the KSTP scam and the Commissioner's suitability for the post.