Chandy Oommen defends NSS chief Sukumaran Nair amid criticism

Congress MLA Chandy Oommen on Tuesday defended Nair Service Society (NSS) general secretary G. Sukumaran Nair, describing him as an “asset” to Keralam. The praise came after Kerala Congress (B) leader K.B. Ganesh Kumar criticized Nair, sparking sharp reactions. The NSS is a leading organization representing the Nair community in Keralam.

Oommen termed the attempts to insult Nair as “extremely vile”. In response, Oommen emphasized that each individual has their own style and it’s unjust to alter it. He stated that Nair was “one of the most important personalities in Keralam’s public life”. Ganesh Kumar had accused the NSS leadership of mismanagement and questionable appointments, also questioning some financial dealings.

He said he wouldn't pursue legal action against Nair but would expose his claims publicly. Ganesh Kumar further alleged that Nair’s family members had been placed in crucial roles within NSS-run entities. He also questioned a bank transaction and the ownership of a Tamil Nadu college once owned by the NSS. Nair had previously stated that Ganesh Kumar should pursue legal action if he had objections to the NSS’s operations.