Viral Video: A small moment that happened at the KPCC office in Thiruvananthapuram has now become a big political controversy. In the viral video, new MLA Bindu Krishna was seen distancing herself from Congress leader Cherian Philip, but every action captured on camera created a storm of questions on social media. Now keywords like ‘unwanted hug’, ‘female discomfort’ and ‘Congress controversy’ are trending rapidly.
Kerala MLA Viral Video: A big controversy broke out in Kerala politics when a video of the Congress headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram went viral on social media. In the video, senior Congress leader Cherian Philip was seen trying to hug newly elected MLA Bindu Krishna, while Bindu Krishna was seen repeatedly pulling herself back and expressing discomfort. The incident occurred during the legislature party meeting held at the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) headquarters. This incident, which took place in the presence of cameras, journalists and party leaders, has now sparked a new debate about political decorum, women’s respect and personal boundaries.
The entire incident was captured on camera
In the viral video, MLA elected from Kollam Bindu Krishna is seen reaching the party office. Dressed in white and yellow saree, Bindu Krishna is the first to greet the media and party workers. After this senior leader Cherian Philip comes to him. Bindu Krishna extends her hand to shake hands, but in the video it is seen that instead of shaking hands, Philip tries to hug her. It is being told that he tried to put his hand around Bindu Krishna’s neck and also tried to pull her hand down. Meanwhile, Bindu Krishna clearly looked uncomfortable and tried to push Philip away by stepping back. It is also seen in the video that even after the first attempt, Philip tries to get closer again. After this, Bindu Krishna salutes with folded hands and immediately moves ahead from there.
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Anger on social media over video
As soon as the video of the incident surfaced, sharp reactions started on social media. Many people raised questions as to why the female leader’s personal boundaries were not respected even when she was clearly uncomfortable. Some users called it “inappropriate behaviour” and demanded action from the Congress leadership. Many people also expressed displeasure over the smiling leaders and journalists present at the spot. One user wrote, “When a woman is retreating, any kind of physical contact should be stopped immediately.” Another user described it as an “uncomfortable incident on a public platform”.
Pressure increased on Congress, but silence of both the leaders continued
Despite the growing controversy, till now no official statement has come from either Cherian Philip or Bindu Krishna. The Congress party has also not given a formal response on this matter. However, this question is constantly being raised in political circles whether seniority in public life can be above one’s personal consent and boundaries? The viral video has not only created a political controversy, but also intensified the debate on how seriously women’s discomfort is taken in public forums and whether respecting boundaries even in front of cameras should now become an essential part of political culture.