Through Rajendran’s entry, BJP eyeing a breakthrough in Devikulam
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is seeking to gain ground in the Devikulam Assembly constituency by welcoming former CPI(M) MLA S. Rajendran into its ranks. Rajendran, a Munnar native with deep connections to plantation workers, aims to expand the party's influence within this sector. The CPI(M) maintains that Rajendran's move will not sway voters who are heavily aligned with trade unions like CITU and AITUC. The Congress party is also closely monitoring the situation and plans to field a strong candidate in the upcoming election.
16 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
The CPI(M) committed to mobilizing a pan-India resistance against the BJP-led government's "anti-people" policies.
18 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
Former CPI(M) MLA S. Rajendran joined the BJP on January 18, 2026, citing the need for new political intervention to address plantation sector issues.
19 JAN 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
The BJP is attempting to gain ground in Devikulam by welcoming former CPI(M) MLA S. Rajendran into its ranks.
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