Ramaswami: THE CPI(M) state secretariat congratulates the Kerala LDF government which is doing an exemplary effort in combating the Covid-19 pandemic. Kerala has become a model in controlling mortality rate and spread of the disease. The important aspect here is the ability of the leadership to combine the achievements of the Kerala Model that gives importance to public health and the democratic consciousness of the Kerala society even in the face of constraints and crisis.The government was able to announce the country’s first economic package and ensured that not a single person is starved. Kerala is the first state to enact legislation to deal with epidemics. The chief minister's press conference gave confidence to Malayalees all over the world. Kerala's unique achievements have got worldwide recognition. The people of Kerala, irrespective of their party affiliations, joined hands with the government in its fight against the pandemic. The baseless allegations by the opposition are futile attempts to weaken this broad consensus and undermine the widespread recognition of the government. It is condemnable that a section of the media is indulging in false propaganda by forgetting their responsibility even in such a situation.