Mohanlal resigns as AMMA President; Executive committee dissolved amid sexual abuse allegations
Kochi: Actor Mohanlal has resigned as the president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) on Tuesday, leading to the dissolution of the entire executive committee.
According to a statement released by AMMA, the decision to dissolve the executive committee was made in response to sexual abuse allegations against some of its members, which were reported in the media. The statement explained, "In light of allegations made by some actors against some of the committee members, AMMA has decided to dissolve the executive committee, taking moral responsibility. A new committee will be formed after an election within two months."
The statement also expressed hope for a new leadership capable of revitalizing and strengthening the association, adding, "We are thankful to everyone for pointing out our errors."
Initially, the AMMA leadership planned to hold an executive committee meeting to discuss the allegations against its members and to select a suitable candidate for the joint secretary position, following Siddique’s resignation. However, the situation became more complicated after joint secretary Baburaj also faced allegations of sexual abuse. Additionally, differing opinions from vice-presidents Jagadish and Jayan Cherthala on the Hema Committee report further exposed internal conflicts within the association.
The now-dissolved executive committee included actors Jagadish, Jayan Cherthala, Baburaj, Kalabhavan Shajon, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Joy Mathew, Suresh Krishna, Tini Tom, Ananya, Vinu Mohan, Tovino Thomas, Sarayu, Ansiba, and Jomol.
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India moving towards becoming global economic powerhouse: Kovind
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Amritsar (PTI): Former president Ram Nath Kovind on Friday said that with digital transformation, economic reforms and a strong focus on the ease of doing business, India is moving towards becoming a global economic powerhouse.
He was speaking after inaugurating the 19th edition of the Punjab International Trade Expo (PITEX) in Amritsar.
The former president said that this 19th edition of PITEX is being organised at a time when India is recognised as one of the fastest-growing large economies in the world.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the event organised by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) the former president, while referring to Punjab, said the state is a living example of courage, sacrifice and enterprise.
"The spiritual light of Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) inspires peace and humanity across the world. The heritage of Punjab is deep and inspiring," Kovind said, according to a statement issued by the PITEX.
The former president congratulated the PHDCCI for hosting the 19th edition of PITEX and suggested that the chamber should expand PITEX outside Punjab.
He proposed that a similar event should also be held in New Delhi.
