THRISSUR/KANNUR: CPM state secretary A Vijayaraghavan said all the people optimistic about the development of Kerala will stand with the Left government. The Left Front had excellent organizational structures in the state assembly elections. He said those who want secularism and pluralism will support the Left Front.

There will be a verdict against the negative politics of the opposition in the state. Vijayaraghavan said the Pinarayi government will retain power. He registered his vote in Thrissur constituency.

Health Minister K K Shailaja said the LDF will retain power with a big win. The people will support continuation of development, the minister said after casting her vote. The LDF will attain a thumping majority than last time. The LDF hope to garner close to 100 seats, she said while talking to the media.

The minister said the number of Covid cases had not increased as expected during election time. However, in the wake of rising Covid cases in some places, she asked people to adhere to guidelines.