Chintha Jerome elected DYFI’s first woman State president in Keralam

Chintha Jerome, a woman from Kollam district, has been chosen as the first female president of the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) in Keralam. The election took place at the 16th State Conference of the organisation, held in Thrissur on August 22, 2026. Jerome, who is also a member of the central committee of DYFI and the CPI(M) State committee, received the top post at the conference.

The election of Jerome as the new State president is a significant milestone for the youth organisation, as it marks the first time a woman has been chosen to lead the State unit. Following the announcement of the new office-bearers, DYFI's all-India president A.A. Rahim officially declared Jerome's election. The election was held during the conference, with Jerome's elevation seen as a historic moment for the federation.

She is a well-educated individual with a doctorate in English literature from the University of Kerala. Jerome's political journey began through the State Federation of Students (SFI), where she climbed the ranks, serving as chairperson of the University of Kerala Union in 2007-08. Later, she was elected to the Senate and Syndicate of the university.

She also held the position of chairperson of the Kerala State Youth Commission from 2016 to 2023, during which she implemented various initiatives, including the Youth Brigade programme. In addition to her political career, Jerome is the author of three books.