The Left Democratic Front (LDF) under Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is poised to clinch a historic third term in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections, as per Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary M.A. Baby. Reflecting on the LDF’s achievements, Baby emphasized Kerala’s sustained social harmony and progress in various sectors over the past decade, particularly in infrastructure development.
Highlighting milestones such as the Vizhinjam port and highway expansions, the LDF government showcases its accomplishments from the previous two terms. Kerala’s leadership in social welfare, healthcare, and education indices further bolsters confidence in securing a third victory, although Baby cautioned against complacency, warning of challenges posed by overconfidence.
In a critical stance towards the Congress in Kerala, Baby criticized their alleged connections with Jamaat-e-Islami and its political arm, the Welfare Party, labeling them as minority communal threats to the state’s political landscape. He also raised concerns about the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), a UDF ally, accusing them of exploiting religious symbols for political motives.
While acknowledging a tactical understanding between the UDF and BJP to secure seats, Baby accused the Congress, Muslim League, and BJP of clandestine dealings during recent local body elections. Shifting focus to internal Congress dynamics, he noted the resolution of rifts involving Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, who is now set to actively participate in Kerala’s election campaigning following discussions with senior party leaders.
