THRISSUR: Suresh Gopi stressed his Vishu Kaineetam program as a loyal tradition followed over the years but had nothing politicking in it. "Vishu Kaineetam is a yearly undergone tradition from my side. I don't want anyone to vote just for Vishu Kaineetam” said Suresh Gopi.

Mr. Gopi was at the receiving end of criticism for his Vishu Kaineetam program which was dubbed by opposition leaders as cheap tactics to win votes. Gopi said he has been following the tradition for eons long and said will go ahead unperturbed.

Later he commented about contesting from Thrissur for the impending 2024 Lok Sabha elections. “ It is the party that decides whether I should contest from Thrissur or not. And the people will finally decide whether I should win or not” Gopi said to the press.

Suresh Gopi will gift Rs one crore for Chenda percussionist and others in the instrumental field during this Vishu as an offering. He said the money has been taken from his remuneration received for a completed film project. The program will be conducted as part of the Lakshmi Sureh Gopi initiative.