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GR Anil Predicts LDF's Third Term, Double Victory Margin in Nedumangad

LDF candidate and Kerala Minister GR Anil is confident of securing a victory with double the majority in the Nedumangad constituency. He asserts that the Left government's record on welfare and development has cemented public support, ensuring a third term for the LDF. Anil criticized the Central Government for a serious LPG shortage and its denial of the crisis. He has met Union Minister Suresh Gopi to request an increased allocation for Kerala to mitigate the impact on businesses.

Key Points: LDF's GR Anil Confident of Bigger Win, Third Term in Kerala

  • GR Anil confident of doubled victory margin
  • LDF poised for third term, CM decision later
  • Criticises Centre's handling of LPG shortage
  • Met Suresh Gopi to request increased allocation
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"People will not abandon us": GR Anil confident of bigger win in Nedumangad, says LDF to secure third term

Kerala Minister GR Anil predicts a doubled victory margin in Nedumangad and a third term for the LDF, citing public support for welfare schemes.

"People will not abandon a government that has stood with them. - GR Anil"

Thiruvananthapuram, March 22

LDF candidate from Nedumangad and State Food and Civil Supplies Minister GR Anil expressed confidence of securing a larger victory margin in the upcoming Assembly elections, asserting that public support remains with the left government due to its welfare measures and development work.

Speaking to ANI here, Anil said his interactions with voters over the past week indicate strong backing for the LDF. "I am very confident. Based on my experience over the past seven days, attending various programmes and interacting with different groups, I believe I will win this time with double the majority I secured in the last election," he said.

Highlighting the government's performance, Anil stated, "The Left government has delivered on all its promises. We have set records in development as well as welfare measures. There is hardly a family or individual in Kerala that has not benefited from government schemes. People will not abandon a government that has stood with them."

He further added that the LDF is poised to return to power. "The LDF will form the government for a third term. As for who will be Chief Minister, that decision will be taken at the appropriate time. Our leadership is under Pinarayi Vijayan, who is leading us in this election," he said.

Addressing concerns over LPG supply, Anil criticised the Centre's handling of the situation. "The country is facing a serious gas shortage. People are anxious, while the Centre claims there is no issue. This attempt to deny reality will be exposed," he said, adding that restrictions on non-domestic supply are affecting multiple sectors in Kerala.

He said he has urged Union Minister Suresh Gopi to increase the allocation. "When the Centre restricts supply to just 20 per cent for non-domestic use, it affects every sector. That is why I met Union Minister Suresh Gopi and requested that Kerala's allocation be increased to 30-40 per cent so that businesses can at least function," he added.

The 2026 Kerala Legislative Assembly elections will be held in a single phase on April 9, the Election Commission of India announced today, with the counting of votes scheduled to take place on May 4.

The main electoral contest in the state is expected between the Left Democratic Front (LDF), led by the Communist Party of India (Marxist), and the United Democratic Front (UDF), led by the Indian National Congress. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the Bharatiya Janata Party, is also in the fray for the Assembly polls.

- ANI

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Rahul R
Talking about doubling the majority sounds a bit overconfident, no? The UDF has a strong base in many areas. Voters will judge on actual work, not just promises. The gas shortage is affecting hotels and small businesses badly. That's a major failure of coordination between state and centre.
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Suresh O
As a Nedumangad resident, I've seen the development work firsthand. The roads and infrastructure have improved. But sir, please also focus on job creation for the youth. We need sustainable employment, not just temporary schemes.
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Andrew M
Interesting to follow Kerala politics from abroad. The LDF's social welfare model is often praised internationally. A third term would be significant. However, the criticism of the Centre seems like a common political tactic during elections. The real test is governance between polls.
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Meera T
"People will not abandon us" – this line shows a sense of entitlement. Governments should serve, not assume loyalty. We abandon parties that don't perform, that's our right as voters. The LPG crisis needs solving, not politicking. My vote is for whoever addresses my kitchen's fuel problem.
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Karthik V
The work done in the health and education sectors under this government is commendable. But corruption at local levels needs to be checked. Confidence is good, but humility is better. Let the results on May 4th speak. All the best to all candidates!

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