THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: BJP leader Shobha Surendran said A N Shamseer made the controversial remarks on Hindu religion after consulting with CPM leaders.

“CPM leaders M V Govindan and Shamseer together made the devious plan to disparage Hindu religion. Govindan’s response to further abuse Hindu religion is part of the plan” said Sobha Surendran.

“Shamseer was also the master brain behind Sabarimala women entry. Before the incident, Shamseer participated in many meetings held in Thalassery and Kannur. To evoke science in youth, one should not seek the help of religion and faith. Even ISRO scientists revere Lord Ganapati and conduct many such rituals before beginning any major project. Speaker Shamseer might be great in science but lacks basic sense.” said Shobha Surendran.

Speaker A N Shamseer meanwhile stated that promoting science does not necessitate the rejection of faith. Science reflects reality and Kerala stands as a land of secularism. He also warned about the threat posed by the BJP in distorting history and saffronizing the whole system. Shamseer welcomed dissenting voices but urged against the propagation of misinformation.