‘No BJP approval for Sreelekha’s resignation’: Former IPS officer likely to continue as councillor

Thiruvananthapuram: Indications suggest that R Sreelekha may continue as a councillor. BJP sources responded that her resignation lacked party approval and that councillor-related grievances would be addressed during discussions with BJP State President Rajeev Chandrasekhar. The party leadership is reportedly maintaining communication with Sreelekha to persuade her to withdraw the resignation. Meanwhile, her mobile phone remains switched off.

Rajeev Chandrasekhar is expected to arrive in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday to hold talks with her. Sreelekha reportedly has several grievances regarding council functioning, which she is likely to raise during the meeting. Her concerns, including a lack of support from fellow council members, dissatisfaction over seating arrangements and insufficient consideration given to her views regarding the appointment of the Health Inspector for the Sasthamangalam ward, were previously conveyed to the Mayor. She had also reportedly spoken to the Mayor prior to submitting her resignation letter.

Senior BJP leaders assess that if a resolution is reached following her meeting with Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Sreelekha will continue in her role as councillor. Meanwhile, reports indicate that she has been receiving treatment at a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram since Saturday evening.