KANNUR: CPM state secretary M V Govindan has expressed confidence in the LDF securing a historic win in the Palakkad by-election. Speaking at a press meet, he also predicted strong performances by the LDF in Chelakkara and Wayanad.
He emphasised that the election results would be an assessment of the state government’s performance and significantly influence upcoming local body and assembly polls.
Govindan alleged that communal forces are actively working against the LDF. “The chief minister’s criticism of Panakkad Thangal aligns with the party’s long-standing position. The IUML is under the influence of communal elements. Panakkad Thangal is a political leader, and it is unacceptable to suggest that he is beyond criticism,” Govindan stated.
He defended Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s remarks against Panakkad Sadiq Ali Shihab Thangal, calling them a “correct political critique,” and accused the Opposition of propagating communal agenda against the CM.
“The League is trapped by Jamaat-e-Islami and SDPI forces. Voters must recognise this. Sandeep Varier is a key figure spreading communal propaganda, and although the BJP claims he has severed ties with the RSS, he has not made this clear.,” Govindan said.
He further accused Congress of electoral malpractice in Palakkad, claiming they added 2,500 fake votes with the involvement of certain booth-level officers. “This conspiracy is led by the same individual responsible for creating fake ID cards during Youth Congress president election,” he said.