Archive · 15 Jun 2025
Kerala Bypoll: Candidates Campaign in Nilambur
The Nilambur bypoll in Kerala is heating up, with several candidates competing.
The Congress party's candidate, whose father was a well-known politician, is a favorite.
However, the ruling party's candidate, supported by the Chief Minister, is putting up a strong fight.
An independent candidate and the BJP are also in the race.
The election is seen as a precursor to larger polls next year, making the campaign important.
Nilambur bypoll campaign intensifies with key candidates vying for votes.
Congress candidate Aryadan Shoukath, son of a former MLA, is considered a strong contender.
CPI(M) candidate M Swaraj is backed by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.
Independent candidate P V Anvar, the previous legislator, is also contesting.
The BJP, led by Rajeev Chandrasekhar, is also participating in the election.
- Who
- Aryadan Shoukath (Congress), M Swaraj (CPI(M)), P V Anvar (Independent), Mohan George (BJP).
- What
- Nilambur bypoll election campaign.
- When
- Prior to the upcoming elections.
- Where
- Nilambur, Kerala.
- Why
- To win the Nilambur bypoll and gain momentum for the larger elections.
Main Contenders
Other Contenders
Candidate Popularity
Main Contenders
Congress candidate is favored by many due to family legacy.
Other Contenders
CPI(M) candidate is strongly backed by the Chief Minister.
- Location
- Nilambur, Kerala
- Key Candidates
- Aryadan Shoukath, M Swaraj, P V Anvar, Mohan George
- Key Parties
- Congress, CPI(M), BJP
- Election Type
- Bypoll
- Former MLA
- Aryadan Mohammad
Sources
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