Have Priyanka Gandhi and Suresh Gopi Really Gone Missing?

Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Two MPs in Kerala face complaints about being 'missing'.
- Public expectations for MPs to engage with constituents are high.
- The allegations are a reflection of political dynamics and scrutiny.
- Social media plays a vital role in shaping public perceptions.
- These events underscore the importance of visibility for elected officials.
Wayanad/Thrissur, Aug 11 (NationPress) In a surprising development, Kerala police have officially received complaints stating that two current Members of Parliament -- Wayanad Lok Sabha MP Priyanka Gandhi and Thrissur MP and Union Minister Suresh Gopi -- are allegedly "missing" from their respective regions.
The latest report was filed with the Wayanad District Police Chief by BJP Scheduled Caste Morcha State President Mukundan Palliyar.
The complaint indicates that Priyanka Gandhi has not been spotted in her constituency for over three months.
The petition highlights that the Congress MP was notably absent during a recent landslide tragedy in the district, which resulted in numerous fatalities, and has also failed to engage in public discourse regarding tribal matters.
The complainant has urged the police to "locate and present" the Wayanad MP.
The allegations against Priyanka Gandhi came shortly after a complaint was filed against Suresh Gopi by Kerala Students Union (KSU) Thrissur District President Gokul Guruvayoor.
This complaint was submitted at the Guruvayoor East Police Station, claiming that the actor-turned-politician has been absent from his constituency since the arrest of nuns in Chhattisgarh.
It also called for uncovering "who is behind" the disappearance of Union Minister Suresh Gopi.
The situation escalated when Yuhanon Mar Meletheos, head of the Orthodox Church Thrissur Diocese, mentioned on social media that "the actor we sent to Delhi is missing".
However, Suresh Gopi addressed these claims.
In a post on Facebook, the BJP Thrissur MP shared images of himself at his Delhi office, meeting with officials from the Petroleum Ministry in preparation for a Rajya Sabha debate.
This social media update seemed aimed at countering the criticisms, subtly responding to both the police complaint and the online commentary.
Meanwhile, Kerala Education Minister V. Sivankutty joined in with a sarcastic comment, repeatedly questioning, "Where is the Thrissur MP?"
His remarks contributed to the political spectacle enveloping the situation.
While complaints about "missing MPs" are uncommon, the simultaneous reports against these two prominent parliamentarians have ignited a blend of political drama, public discourse, and online banter, underscoring the significant political divides and the high expectations for MPs to maintain a visible presence in their constituencies, especially during crises.