The Special Investigation Team probing the Sabarimala gold theft case made its most high-profile arrest yet on November 11, detaining former Travancore Devaswom Board president N. Vasu, who has close links to the CPI(M). Vasu’s arrest is a major setback for the CPI(M) and the ruling LDF, coming at a time when Kerala is entering a charged election season.

Born into a family with strong CPI(M) ties, Vasu rose through the ranks to hold several key positions—from Vigilance Tribunal Judge to president of the Travancore Devaswom Board. His ascent to these influential posts was widely seen as being backed by the CPI(M).

Before becoming Travancore Devaswom Board president, Vasu had served twice as Devaswom Commissioner. A staunch and trusted CPI(M) loyalist, he was known for aligning the Devaswo

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