{"id":3099,"date":"2026-06-04T05:20:32","date_gmt":"2026-06-03T23:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dw24news.com\/?p=3099"},"modified":"2026-06-04T05:20:32","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T23:50:32","slug":"cpim-demands-removal-of-visitor-restrictions-at-secretariat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dw24news.com\/?p=3099","title":{"rendered":"CPI(M) Demands Removal of Visitor Restrictions at Secretariat"},"content":{"rendered":"

CPI(M) Criticizes New Restrictions at Secretariat, Calls for Immediate Repeal<\/strong><\/p>\n

In a recent statement, P. Shanmugam, State Secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), voiced strong opposition to the newly imposed restrictions on visitors to the Secretariat. Sharing his concerns via social media, he emphasized that the current and additional measures collectively hinder public access to the government machinery.<\/p>\n

According to Shanmugam, a wide range of restrictions are already operational, limiting citizens from directly engaging with government officials. He warned that the latest regulations, rather than facilitating security or administrative efficiency, are creating unnecessary barriers for the common people who seek to approach the Secretariat for their legitimate grievances or administrative matters.<\/p>\n

“The government must ensure transparency and accessibility rather than erecting walls that prevent interactions with public representatives and officials,” Shanmugam stated. He pointed out that such restrictions could curtail democratic engagement and discourage the flow of important issues from the ground level to policy-makers.<\/p>\n

Observers note that the government’s rationale behind the new restrictions includes enhanced security protocols and streamlined administrative processes. However, critics argue that the measures lack clarity and may disproportionately affect those who rely on face-to-face communication, including vulnerable communities and grassroots activists.<\/p>\n

The CPI(M) leader has called on the administration to reconsider these measures and to engage in dialogue with citizen groups and lawmakers to strike a balance that safeguards security without compromising accessibility.<\/p>\n

Public response to the post has been mixed, with many expressing concerns over growing bureaucratic hurdles. Some social media users have shared personal experiences of difficulty in getting appointments or submitting petitions at the Secretariat, echoing Shanmugam’s concerns.<\/p>\n

As the debate continues, civil society activists demand that any restrictions be accompanied by transparent guidelines and alternative channels to ensure the public\u2019s voice remains heard.<\/p>\n

Further developments are awaited as stakeholders push for a more open approach to governance and citizen engagement.<\/p>\n

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