Independent MLA P V Anvar on Wednesday issued an apology for his derogatory remarks against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.In a Facebook video message, Anvar, who made the controversial remarks earlier in the day, explained that it was a slip of the tongue.
“It was a slip of the tongue while speaking to the media,” he said.
In the video, Anvar claimed that the chief minister had made remarks portraying him as a thief.
“In my statement, what I meant was that I would respond to anyone, no matter how senior they are, even if they are above the chief minister,” said the Nilambur MLA.
“I deeply regret how my words came out. I sincerely apologise to the chief minister, his family, and everyone. I am expressing my regret and asking for genuine forgiveness,” he said in the video message.