Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan Campaigns for LDF Candidates in Kozhikode
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Chief Minister campaigns for LDF candidates in Kozhikode
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On April 3, 2026, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan campaigned for Left Democratic Front (LDF) candidates in Kozhikode district, Kerala, criticizing the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He emphasized the LDF's development agenda and addressed concerns of minority communities regarding amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act.
- 01Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan campaigned for LDF candidates across Kozhikode district.
- 02The LDF's manifesto includes 60 programs with 950 proposals aimed at poverty eradication and health coverage.
- 03Vijayan criticized the UDF for not supporting the state government against the BJP-led central government.
- 04He addressed minority concerns regarding the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act amendments.
- 05The campaign events included support for incumbent candidates and highlighted past development achievements.
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On April 3, 2026, Kerala's Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan intensified his campaign for the Left Democratic Front (LDF) candidates in Kozhikode district. His campaign included visits to various locations such as Beypore and Kunnamangalam, where he sought votes for candidates like Public Works Minister P.A. Mohamed Riyas and incumbent MLA P.T.A. Raheem. The LDF's manifesto, released during the campaign, outlines 60 programs with 950 proposals, focusing on key issues such as raising the welfare pension from ₹2,000 to ₹3,000 and implementing a universal health coverage policy. Vijayan criticized the opposition Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) for failing to cooperate with the state government in its opposition to the BJP-led central government. He also addressed concerns from minority communities regarding amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, asserting that their fears were justified due to the BJP's affiliations. The campaign concluded with a public event at Kozhikode beach, where Vijayan highlighted the developmental achievements of his administration over the past decade.
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The campaign emphasizes the LDF's commitment to welfare and development, potentially influencing voter sentiment and support for the party's initiatives.
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