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CPM leaders condemn Kanthapuram's remarks on women
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 04 Sep 2026, 09:33 AM
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Communist Party of India (Marxist) leadership publicly rebuked statements made by Islamic scholar Kanthapuram concerning women, calling them objectionable.
The leadership of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) issued a sharp criticism of recent remarks made by senior Islamic scholar Kanthapuram regarding women. Party officials said the comments were regressive and contrary to the principles of gender equality championed by the party.
In a statement released to the media, CPM leaders emphasized that any discourse that undermines women's rights is unacceptable, irrespective of the speaker's religious or social standing. They called for responsible dialogue that respects constitutional values.
The party urged community leaders and the public to refrain from statements that could perpetuate stereotypes or restrict women's freedoms. The CPM reiterated its commitment to safeguarding women's empowerment across the country.
In a statement released to the media, CPM leaders emphasized that any discourse that undermines women's rights is unacceptable, irrespective of the speaker's religious or social standing. They called for responsible dialogue that respects constitutional values.
The party urged community leaders and the public to refrain from statements that could perpetuate stereotypes or restrict women's freedoms. The CPM reiterated its commitment to safeguarding women's empowerment across the country.