Archive · 30 May 2025
CPI(M) Nominates M. Swaraj for Nilambur By-election
The CPI(M) has chosen M. Swaraj to run in the upcoming Nilambur by-election.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will attend Swaraj’s first campaign event.
The LDF believes Swaraj will be supported because of his strong local connections.
The CPI(M) is confident that the UDF’s candidate is weak, and they aim to win the election.
They also believe that the UDF is divided.
The by-election is seen as a step toward LDF's expected victory in the 2026 election.
CPI(M) nominated M. Swaraj as the LDF candidate for the Nilambur by-election.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to attend the election convention on June 1.
The by-election will be held on June 19.
The LDF believes they can exploit divisions within the UDF.
M. Swaraj stated the by-election is a precursor to the LDF sweeping back to power in 2026.
- Who
- M. Swaraj (LDF) and Aryadan Shoukath (UDF).
- What
- Nilambur Assembly by-election
- When
- June 19
- Where
- Nilambur, Kerala
- Why
- To fill a vacant seat.
UDF Perspective
LDF Perspective
UDF Internal Divisions
UDF Perspective
UDF has internal divisions.
LDF Perspective
LDF aims to exploit the divisions within the opposition.
P.V. Anvar's Influence
UDF Perspective
Anvar is 'a spent force.'
LDF Perspective
The LDF considers Anvar irrelevant to their prospects.
- Candidate
- M. Swaraj (LDF)
- By-election Date
- June 19
- LDF Party
- CPI(M)
- UDF Candidate
- Aryadan Shoukath
- Publication Date
- May 30, 2025
Sources
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