Kochi: Governor P Sathasivam’s concern on the violence in Kannur has put the Left government in a catch 22 situation.

Speaking at a function at Thiruvananthapuram , the Governor had said that the recent violence in Kannur had spoiled the image of the state. The governor said that political parties should sit peacefully to find ways to prevent violence in Kannur.

The state occupied top position in human development index, corruption was low and good law and order situation.

He said the government should organise cultural programmes which encouraged youth to keep away from violence.

Police and Intelligence should work hard to improve cooperation.