Kerala CM says open to criticism, asserts major decisions discussed with Congress leaders

Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 9 (UNI) Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan on Friday said he was open to criticism from within the Congress, asserting that major policy decisions were taken in consultation with party leaders and that the government was functioning in line with the party's policies. Responding to allegations by United Democratic Front (UDF) convenor Adoor Prakash that important decisions were being taken without adequate consultation, Satheesan rejected the charge that he was not discussing matters with party leaders. "The problem is somebody is saying that I am not discussing with anybody," he said, maintaining that policy matters were discussed…