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LDF Eyes More Malappuram Seats, Claims Internal Rift in Congress & IUML

CPI(M) General Secretary MA Baby expressed confidence that the ruling Left Democratic Front will secure more seats from Malappuram district in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections. He claimed there is growing internal dissent within both the Congress and the Indian Union Muslim League in the region. Baby also responded to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's remarks about a woman Chief Minister, suggesting Gandhi might instead see a woman Leader of the Opposition. The state election is scheduled for April 9, with over 2.6 crore voters eligible to cast their ballots.

Key Points: LDF Confident of Winning More Seats in Kerala Elections: MA Baby

  • LDF confident of winning 5-6 seats in Malappuram
  • Claims internal dissent in Congress and IUML
  • Cites resignation of IUML's Noorbina Rasheed
  • People to vote for continuity of development
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"LDF confident of winning more seats from Malappuram": CPI(M) General Secretary MA Baby

CPI(M)'s MA Baby predicts LDF will win 5-6 seats from Malappuram, cites internal dissent in Congress & IUML ahead of Kerala Assembly polls.

"The political situation in the state is favourable for the continuation of the current government. - MA Baby"

Malappuram, April 4

MA Baby, General Secretary of the Communist Party of India, expressed confidence that the ruling front will secure more seats from Malappuram in the upcoming Assembly elections, ensuring continuity of governance in Keralam.

Speaking to ANI at Pookkottumpadam in Malappuram, he said, "The political situation in the state is favourable for the continuation of the current government." He added, "The Left Democratic Front (LDF) expects to win around five to six seats from the district this time."

Baby also alleged that there is growing internal dissent not only within the Congress but also in the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) in Malappuram. He pointed to the resignation of IUML's Noorbina Rasheed as evidence of unrest within the party. Though many are not openly expressing their views, he claimed that dissatisfaction is increasing both in Malappuram and across the state.

Responding to remarks attributed to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi regarding a woman Chief Minister, Baby said that Gandhi might have instead expected the position of a woman Leader of the Opposition.

On the Perambra issue, he said, "T. P. Ramakrishnan has already given a clear explanation." He further stated that the people would vote in favour of continuing the development initiatives implemented over the past ten years.

He also expressed confidence that the electorate in Nilambur would reject those associated with the perpetrators of past political violence.

The Kerala Legislative Assembly election will be held in a single phase on April 9, with vote counting scheduled for May 4. Around 2.7 crore electors are expected to participate in the election.

Following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the state electoral roll, the final voter list for Kerala was released on February 21. The revised roll includes 2,69,53,644 voters--1,31,26,048 male voters, 1,38,27,319 female voters, and 227 third-gender voters. Among them, 4,24,518 voters belong to the 18-19 age group.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Interesting to see the focus on internal dissent in other parties. It's a classic political strategy. As an observer, I hope the election is fought on development issues and not just mudslinging. Kerala needs stable governance for its progress.
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Priya S
The comment about Rahul Gandhi expecting a woman Leader of the Opposition was a bit below the belt. We should be encouraging more women in top positions, not using it as a political jab. 🙄 Focus on your own work, LDF.
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Vikram M
Development in the last 10 years? Seriously? The roads in my area are still terrible and youth unemployment is high. If they are so confident, they should talk about concrete future plans, not just past claims. Time for a change in Malappuram.
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Meera T
As a voter from Nilambur, I appreciate that he mentioned rejecting those associated with past political violence. That is a very sensitive issue here. Peace and development should be the only agenda. Casting my vote carefully this time.
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Rohit P
The huge number of young voters (4.24 lakh in 18-19 age group) will be the game changer. They are not bound by old loyalties to IUML or LDF. They will vote for jobs, education, and a better future. Parties need to address their concerns.

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