THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has summoned government files related to Life Mission project amid the controversies surrounding it. He has sought the submission of files related to the contract with the Red Crescent.

The CM’s action follows the allegation that the contract with the Red Crescent was signed without following the protocol.

The files pertain to the ones in the legal department and local self-government body department. The contract had been signed in connection with the Life Mission project in Vadakkencherry.

On behalf of the government, Life Mission CEO U V Jose had signed the contract prepared by Red Crescent. At that time, it was alleged that the contract had been signed without following the official protocol.

Meanwhile, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) will question Jose in connection with the gold smuggling case.