Internal Strife in CPI: Calls to Exit LDF and Join UDF Grow Louder
CPI faces internal revolt: Leaders demand exit from LDF and join UDF
Mathrubhumi English
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A recent meeting of the Communist Party of India (CPI) in Kochi revealed significant internal dissent regarding its partnership with the Left Democratic Front (LDF). Leaders are advocating for a shift to the United Democratic Front (UDF), criticizing state secretary Binoy Viswam's leadership and questioning the party's electoral strategies.
- 01CPI leaders are pushing for the party to leave the LDF and join the UDF, citing past successful collaborations with Congress.
- 02Criticism was directed at state secretary Binoy Viswam, with some calling for his resignation due to perceived failures in leadership.
- 03Concerns were raised about decision-making processes within CPI, suggesting key decisions were made without proper consultation with alliance partners.
- 04Electoral mismanagement was highlighted, with claims that poor candidate selections led to losses in at least six constituencies.
- 05The meeting also noted a shift of votes from the majority community towards the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
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During a recent Ernakulam district council meeting, members of the Communist Party of India (CPI) expressed strong discontent with their ongoing alliance with the Left Democratic Front (LDF). Some leaders suggested that the CPI should exit the LDF and align with the United Democratic Front (UDF), arguing that past collaborations with Congress had yielded positive results. The meeting saw sharp criticism aimed at CPI state secretary Binoy Viswam, with calls for his resignation due to his alleged failure in organizational leadership. Concerns were also raised regarding the decision-making process within the party, with claims that critical decisions were being made without consulting alliance partners. Additionally, the meeting addressed issues of electoral mismanagement, citing poor candidate selections that reportedly cost the party several seats in recent elections. Senior leaders pointed out that a portion of votes from the majority community had shifted towards the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), indicating a need for reevaluation of the party's strategies and leadership.
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The internal conflict within the CPI could lead to significant shifts in Kerala's political landscape, particularly affecting the dynamics between the LDF and UDF.
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