Rajeev Chandrasekhar Defends IIT-Madras Director Amid Controversy

Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the president of BJP Kerala, publicly defended V Kamakoti, the director of IIT-Madras, following derogatory comments made by Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. Gandhi had referred to Kamakoti as a 'Gaumutra expert,' a remark that sparked significant backlash. Chandrasekhar emphasized Kamakoti's stature as one of India's leading educators and innovators in technology, highlighting his recent appointment to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's task force on examination reforms. This defense comes in the wake of criticism directed at Kamakoti from Congress, which has sought to undermine his contributions to the academic and technological landscape of India.

In a post shared on social media platform X, Chandrasekhar lauded Kamakoti's extensive contributions to higher education and the burgeoning technology sector in India. He took the opportunity to criticize Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, asserting that Kamakoti is a 'real achiever' who has significantly contributed to establishing a dynamic deep-tech startup ecosystem at IIT-Madras. Chandrasekhar noted that under Kamakoti's leadership, the institution has fostered numerous entrepreneurial ventures, generating employment opportunities for the youth and positioning India as a competitive player on the global stage. He urged the youth of India to recognize and respect individuals who are dedicated to education and innovation, contrasting Kamakoti's achievements with what he perceives as the shortcomings of the Congress leadership.