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CPI(M) organizational restructuring and controversies in KRL
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Following a significant defeat in the Kerala Assembly elections, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] initiated a three-day state committee meeting in Kozhikode to review political and organizational shortcomings. A draft report from this meeting identified failures in countering allegations of a ‘BJP deal’ and noted difficulties in maintaining a mass base among the working class and farmers. In response to consecutive electoral losses defeats in the 2024 Lok Sabha, local body, and 2026 Assembly elections, the party Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] has moved toward significant forward with major organizational restructuring. This includes expanding the restructuring in Kerala. The party expanded its state secretariat to 20 members, which involves the induction of new members inducting P Jayarajan, V Sivankutty, and the removal of certain MB Rajesh, while removing Central Committee members. The party is also extending corrective members TM Thomas Isaac and TP Ramakrishnan from the secretariat. State secretary M V Govindan and former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan remain in the body. Corrective measures are being extended to the district level through expanded committee meetings meetings, scheduled for completion by October 17, to assess leadership and address shortcomings. To maintain accountability, the party is implementing a new system of periodic reviews, including state-level assessments every six months and implementation reviews every three months. Simultaneously, the party is navigating internal and external controversies. In Palakkad, district secretary E. N. Suresh Babu stepped down following allegations of sexual misconduct supported by digital evidence. In Kochi, state secretariat member C. N. Mohanan is facing a Vigilance probe regarding the Mundamveli flat complex project. Additionally, an internal inquiry is investigating bribery allegations against a Corporation councillor in Thiruvananthapuram. The party also faces political friction following controversial remarks by former MLA P. Nandakumar regarding Malappuram, prompting leaders to ensure accountability. distance the party from the comments to uphold secularism.
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