IUML Leader Advocates Inclusive Voting Ahead of Kerala Assembly Polls 2026
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: candidate seek votes from all sections of society, says Thangal
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Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal, the state president of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), emphasized the need for candidates to seek votes from all societal sections, not based on religion. He criticized the Left Democratic Front (LDF) for allegedly promoting communal polarization and called for a focus on development and public welfare as the Kerala Assembly polls approach.
- 01Candidates should seek votes from all societal sections, not just based on religion.
- 02Thangal criticized the LDF for alleged communal polarization tactics.
- 03The United Democratic Front (UDF) remains united and confident ahead of the elections.
- 04Development and public welfare should be prioritized in the election campaign.
- 05Thangal responded to concerns regarding support from the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI).
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Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal, the state president of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), stated that candidates in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections should seek votes from all sections of society rather than focusing on religious affiliations. Speaking at a press conference in Kasaragod, he highlighted the importance of a democratic approach to garner support. Thangal addressed concerns regarding the IUML's relationship with the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI), asserting that candidates naturally seek votes from various groups without implying a specific political alliance. He also defended the United Democratic Front (UDF), asserting that it remains united and confident in its electoral prospects. Furthermore, Thangal criticized the Left Democratic Front (LDF) for allegedly inciting communal tensions through controversial campaign tactics, urging voters to recognize attempts to divide society. He emphasized that the campaign should prioritize development and public welfare, steering clear of distractions caused by controversies as the elections approach.
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Thangal's statements may influence voter perceptions and strategies in the upcoming elections, particularly regarding communal harmony and development issues.
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