The Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) in Kollam district, Kerala, has raised concerns over the termination of contract workers in government projects, particularly those associated with Kudumbashree, following the electoral success of the United Democratic Front (UDF). CITU district secretary S. Jayamohan criticized the actions as 'inhumane,' stating that they are being orchestrated by pro-UDF organizations before the new Cabinet is in place. The union highlighted that a 'shadow administration' is influencing departmental heads to execute mass transfers and block contract renewals, specifically affecting Ayurvedic doctors and therapists. Currently, 2,624 Kudumbashree employees face uncertainty regarding their employment status. Although department heads had directed the renewal of these contracts in May, the process has been stalled due to political interference. CITU leaders assert that the temporary nature of these contracts is due to specific scheme regulations, not employee fault, and they reference previous Kerala High Court guidelines that support timely contract renewals. In light of these developments, CITU has announced immediate plans for agitation, with affected workers preparing to protest at district offices to safeguard their livelihoods.