THRISSUR: Archdiocese of Thrissur came down heavily on the state government and the BJP. Although they came to power saying that everything will be looked into, everything is all right only in the families of some leaders and their dependents, mentioned the article published in their mouthpiece ‘Catholica Sabhayil’. They have also demanded that the vote be used wisely without wasting it. The article said some forces are trying to make India a religious nation and they should be kept away. The article harshly criticising the LDF and the BJP has not made any small statement against the UDF and the Congress.

The archdiocese's criticism pointed issues including backdoor appointment. Those trying to make India a religious nation is trying to bring all states under the feet of majority communalism. Therefore, it is necessary to exercise caution and vote wisely, the article said. The article also urged that those coming to vote in the name of communalism should not be encouraged in any way.