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Rahul Gandhi Calls for Visionary Govt in Kerala, Promises Jobs Ahead of Polls

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has appealed to voters in Kerala to elect a government with a vision to harness the state's talent and potential. He emphasized a future of jobs, dignity, and opportunity ahead of the state's Legislative Assembly elections. The political climate is intense as the CPI(M)-led LDF government, currently in power, seeks a third consecutive term. The LDF, led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, retained power in 2021, marking a historic re-election.

Key Points: Rahul Gandhi Urges Kerala Voters to Choose Vision for Jobs, Dignity

  • Gandhi's appeal for a visionary government
  • Focus on jobs, dignity and opportunity
  • Kerala polls scheduled for April 9
  • LDF seeks third consecutive term
  • Historic re-election of Pinarayi Vijayan
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Rahul Gandhi urges voters to choose 'visionary government' in Keralam, pitches jobs and opportunity

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi urges Kerala voters to support a visionary government for jobs and opportunity as the state prepares for Assembly elections.

"Keralam has the talent. Kerala has the potential. What Keralam needs is a government with the vision to harness both. - Rahul Gandhi"

Thiruvananthapuram, April 8

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday called on voters in Keralam to support a government with vision, emphasising the state's talent and potential.

In a post on X, Gandhi said, "Keralam has the talent. Kerala has the potential. What Keralam needs is a government with the vision to harness both."

Urging people to vote, he added, "Tomorrow, vote for that Keralam. Vote for a future of jobs, dignity and opportunity."

The political temperature in the state is at its zenith as voting for the 2026 Keralam Legislative Assembly elections is scheduled for April 9, with counting on May 4. The current Assembly's tenure ends on May 23.

Keralam has been governed by the CPI(M)-led LDF for the past decade. In the 2021 elections, the LDF retained power with 99 seats, becoming the first incumbent government since 1977 to win consecutive terms. The UDF won 41 seats, while the NDA, led by the BJP, failed to win any seats despite an 11.4 per cent vote share.

Following the victory, Pinarayi Vijayan became the first Keralam CM to be re-elected after completing a full five-year term. The CPI(M) emerged as the largest party with 62 seats; Congress secured 21, and the CPI won 17. The Indian Union Muslim League, a key UDF ally, won 15 seats.

The LDF includes parties such as Keralam Congress (M), Rashtriya Janata Dal, and the Nationalist Congress Party, while the UDF comprises Congress, Keralam Congress, and the Indian Union Muslim League. The NDA, led by the BJP, also includes regional parties such as Twenty 20, Bharath Dharma Jana Sena, and Keralam Kamaraj Congress.

- ANI

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Vikram M
Vision is one thing, but where is the concrete plan? The LDF has done decent work in health and education. Just saying "vote for jobs" before elections is an old trick. Show us the roadmap.
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Rohit P
As a Malayali working in Bangalore, I wish I could work in my home state. The brain drain is real. Any party that can stop this and create a tech/startup ecosystem will get my vote! 🤞
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Aryan P
Keralam's biggest issue is political violence and polarization. We need a government that unites people and focuses on development, not just party agendas. Hope this election brings some change.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the focus on Keralam's talent. The state has amazing human development indicators. If they can match that with economic opportunities, it could be a model for the whole country.
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Meera T
Dignity and opportunity should be for everyone, not just certain communities. The next government must ensure inclusive growth. Let's see who walks the talk. 🇮🇳

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