Row over Kerala CM's helicopter trip refuses to die down as Satheesan appears to contradict earlier statement

Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan faced fresh questions on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, after his explanation about a July 31 helicopter trip changed. He said he met an investor in Ernakulam, contradicting his earlier claim. Opposition leaders called the trip suspicious, as he travelled alone without any department officials present.