The appointment of Benny Thomas, the brother-in-law of Electricity Minister Sunny Joseph, as his Additional Private Secretary has sparked a political debate. The decision to induct a close relative into the minister’s personal staff has drawn significant attention and criticism from various quarters.
In response to the controversy, Congress party workers have come forward to defend the appointment. They point out that Benny Thomas is not merely a relative but also an active political figure serving as a District Congress Committee (DCC) General Secretary with a long-standing commitment to the party.