CPI-M's Decline in Kerala's Local Elections

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI-M) is facing a significant decline in Kerala, its last stronghold.

This is evident from their poor performance in the recent local body elections.

The party's rigid ideology and refusal to adapt to modern political realities are cited as reasons for this decline.

The article also discusses the historical context of the CPI-M's split from the CPI and the ideological differences that led to it.

The author, a Left sympathizer, expresses concern about the CPI-M's future and compares its current situation to the party's downfall in West Bengal and Tripura.

The article also highlights the contributions of PC Joshi and SA Dange, two prominent leaders of the CPI who were ostracized by the CPI-M for their progressive views.