During a campaign in Munnar, Kerala, D. Raja (general secretary of the Communist Party of India) criticized the Congress party, particularly its leader Rahul Gandhi, for being politically incompetent and ideologically bankrupt. He urged the Congress to reflect on its failures, especially in the Bihar elections, where poor coordination led to setbacks for the opposition alliance. Raja defended the Left Democratic Front (LDF), asserting that it has successfully governed Kerala, achieving high rankings in healthcare, education, and poverty reduction. He dismissed allegations of collusion with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and emphasized the need for the Left to remain a strong force against communalism. Raja expressed concern over the BJP's growing presence in Kerala, noting that its leaders frequently visit the state, viewing the LDF as a challenge. He called for Congress to engage in constructive criticism of the LDF based on facts rather than resorting to slanderous campaigns. Raja concluded by stressing the importance of mutual trust among opposition parties to uphold the Constitution and promote social justice.