THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The CPM state committee has expressed serious concern over the loss of votes in its strong areas during the Nilambur by-election. The main reason pointed out was that many party workers are no longer acting like disciplined and committed cadres. It was also noted that even party members and their families did not vote for the CPM candidate in some places.
The party's candidate fell behind in many panchayats where the CPM usually has strong support. Some members also criticised State Secretary M.V. Govindan, though no one made personal or harsh comments. It was generally agreed that Govindan’s earlier statement about the CPM’s past cooperation with the RSS did not affect the results much, but leaders warned that such statements could hurt the party during elections.
Govindan said that the Nilambur loss would be taken seriously and that the party would make corrections if needed. The Malappuram district committee has already submitted a first report, and a detailed report has been requested.
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