The internal affairs committee of the Cabinet to-day [December 11, New Delhi] discussed the political situation in Kerala, with Special reference to the proposed creation of Malappuram district having a Muslim majority. While recognising that the question fell within the State jurisdiction and the Centre could not direct the Nambudiripad Government, the committee was nevertheless greatly concerned about it. In view of the resentment expressed by the local population, it was felt that ultimately implementation of the proposal would aggravate communal passions and worsen the already bad law and order situation in the State. The activities of the Naxalites in Kerala were also discussed. The Home Minister apprised the committee of the situation.
