The ruling CPI(M) in Kerala has criticised the union government`s decision to cut down the borrowing limit of Kerala by half, saying it was an "attempt to suffocate the state" by any means necessary, reported PTI.

BJP-led Centre has been torpedoing Kerala`s development initiatives by interfering in its financial matters, said CPI(M) state secretariat. The secretariat also urged civil society organisations to protest against the "fiscal ban" imposed on Kerala.