Fri Oct 25 05:18:52 UTC 2024: **Summary of the News Article:**

– Allegations have emerged against Thomas K. Thomas, claiming he offered substantial bribes of Rs. 50 crores each to LDF MLAs Antony Raju and Koodal Manikandan to switch allegiance to the NCP (Ajit Pawar faction).
– The objective behind these offers was reportedly to facilitate the transition of certain MLAs to the NCP.
– This situation is believed to be the reason behind Thomas K. Thomas being denied a ministerial position.
– Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan had informed the CPI(M) about these developments.
– Despite the allegations, Thomas K. Thomas has denied any wrongdoing.
– The Chief Minister received detailed information about the bribery claims regarding the two MLAs, which included a push to join the NCP, a BJP ally.
– During an inquiry initiated by the Chief Minister, Antony Raju confirmed the information, while Koodal Manikandan dismissed the allegations as baseless and called for an investigation.

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