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Chandy Oommen Files Nomination in Puthuppally, Eyes UDF's Kerala Comeback

Congress leader Chandy Oommen, son of former CM Oommen Chandy, filed his nomination from the Puthuppally constituency for the upcoming Kerala polls. He expressed confidence that the UDF would return to power and a new Chief Minister would lead the state. The filing comes as BJP leader V Muraleedharan also filed his nomination from Kazhakkuttom, with Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma present in support. The elections are set for April 9, featuring a major contest between the LDF and UDF, with the NDA aiming to expand its footprint.

Key Points: Kerala Polls: Chandy Oommen Files Nomination from Puthuppally

  • Chandy Oommen files nomination
  • Puthuppally a Congress stronghold
  • BJP's V Muraleedharan also files
  • Elections scheduled for April 9
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Chandy Oommen files nomination from Puthuppally ahead of Kerala polls

Congress leader Chandy Oommen files nomination for Kerala Assembly polls from Puthuppally, expressing confidence in UDF's return to power. Latest updates.

"After the election, UDF will win and a new Chief Minister will lead the Kerala government. - Chandy Oommen"

Kottayam, March 21

Congress leader and Puthuppally MLA Chandy Oommen filed his nomination for the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections on Saturday, expressing confidence that the United Democratic Front would return to power in the state.

Oommen submitted his nomination papers to Revenue Divisional Officer Shibu P in Kottayam, accompanied by party workers and supporters.

Speaking to reporters after filing his nomination, Oommen said, "Today I have submitted my nomination for the election. The victim of Thiruvananthapuram Medical College has paid the amount for the nomination. After the election, UDF will win and a new Chief Minister will lead the Kerala government."

The Puthuppally seat holds significant political importance for the Congress, being a traditional stronghold of the party. Oommen, son of former Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, is seeking to retain the constituency amid electoral contest in the state.

The nomination filing comes amid heightened political activity in Kerala, with major parties intensifying their campaigns. Earlier in the day, BJP leader V Muraleedharan filed his nomination as the party's candidate from the Kazhakkuttom constituency for the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections, with Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma present in a show of support.

Addressing reporters, Muraleedharan said the presence of top leadership reflected the importance being given to Kerala by the party's central command.

"It shows the importance that the Prime Minister and the central leadership of BJP is giving to the elections of Kerala and to the people of Kerala. The development of Kerala is of prime importance, the welfare of Kerala is of prime importance to PM Modi. That is why the central leadership felt that the entire country's BJP leadership should come and support BJP and the people of Kerala," he said.

The Kerala Assembly elections are scheduled to be held in a single phase on April 9, with counting of votes set for May 4. The contest is expected to be primarily between the ruling CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the Congress-led UDF, while the BJP-led NDA is aiming to expand its presence.

- ANI

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Aman W
Interesting to see BJP bringing in Rajasthan CM for support. Shows they are serious about Kerala this time. But the real fight is between LDF and UDF. The "new Chief Minister" comment from Oommen is a direct challenge to Pinarayi Vijayan.
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Rohit P
Respectfully, I wish candidates talked more about their specific plans for the constituency and less about grand alliances and who will be CM. We need solutions for unemployment and infrastructure in Kottayam.
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Sarah B
The mention of the medical college victim paying the nomination fee is a powerful symbolic gesture. It connects the candidate directly to a public issue. Clever politics.
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Vikram M
Kerala elections are always a tight race. With BJP trying to make inroads, it might split some votes. Could benefit LDF in some seats. April 9 will be very interesting! The political temperature is rising.
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Nisha Z
Oommen Chandy was a mass leader. His son has the advantage of name recognition, but he must prove himself on his own merit. Wishing him all the best from Delhi! Hope development remains the central focus for all parties.

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