CPI(M) report blames factionalism for Palakkad poll defeats

The CPI(M) organization's report presented at the Palakkad district conference highlighted factionalism as a contributing factor to the party's electoral losses in Thrithala and Kongad. District Secretary E.N. Suresh Babu unveiled the report following CPI(M) State Secretary M.V. Govindan's inauguration at the district committee office.

The report attributed factionalism, coupled with minority vote consolidation, to M.B. Rajesh's defeat in Thrithala. In Kongad, the party experienced a notable decline in traditional vote share. The decline was also noted in panchayats, where the CPI(M) maintains a robust organizational presence. Additionally, the report accused certain CPI(M) leaders of engaging in illegal land deals in Attappady and urged the disclosure of leaders' assets.

The report also criticized the party's increasing ties with real estate interests. Govindan attributed the party's defeats to internal differences among leaders and criticized the district secretariat's performance. The general discussion on the report will continue on Sunday, followed by replies from State and district leadership. A public rally is scheduled for Sunday afternoon, with Govindan set to inaugurate it.