Alappuzha (Kerala), Lok Sabha elections in Alappuzha, often called the "Venice of the East", attracted attention as the Congress fielded its general secretary (organisation) KC Venugopal to contest against the ruling party's sitting MP AM Arif. Named. Shobha Surendran, dynamic leader of CPI(M), and BJP.
Like its famous boat racing events, where victory is determined by the pulling powers of the participants, the constituency has a history of tilting in favor of both the CPI(M)-led LDF and the Congress-led UDF, causing it to often gets tough. Predict election results.
The land of coir, backwaters, beaches and marine products, this constitution also includes places that played important roles in major progressive movements in Kerala.
Venugopal is trying his luck in the constituency which he represented in 2009 and 2014 and is seeking votes by highlighting the alleged failures of the Narendra Modi-led NDA government in addressing the problems of the people."You can see the enthusiasm of the voters. I have no doubt about the victory," the Congress leader said as he walked towards his open vehicle for the campaign.
Venugopal, the Rajya Sabha MP from Rajasthan, is facing allegations from the CPI(M) that he would "donate" a seat to the BJP if elected from Alappuzha, which he strongly denies and has opposed the BJP-led NDA. Let's emphasize the main fight against.
He said, “I have already answered that question. No one should have any doubt that your main fight is against the BJP-led NDA.,
Responding to criticism against Rahul Gandhi contesting from Wayanad, Venugopa defended his leader saying it was not an issue as Rahul is a sitting MP and it is not a new constituency.
Alappuzha stood strongly with the LDF through AM Arif in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, making it a crucial bastion amid the UDF's wipeout.
Therefore, the Congress camp is not taking this fight lightly.
Venugopal's speech mostly talked about the problems of fishermen, what Congress has done for them so far and what more they will do.
Arif, with his unique campaigning style, connects with the locals and expresses confidence in his victory.
Arif grew up in the ranks of CPI(M) in Alappuzha, where he started as a student activist with SFI.Ari said, "I am 100 percent confident of my victory. I have no problem with K Venugopal contesting from here. But Rahul should not have contested elections in Kerala."
He criticized Rahul Gandhi's candidature in Wayanad, saying it was not ideal for an outsider to contest elections in Kerala.
Taking aim at Rahul, he said that Kerala has now become familiar with migrant workers, hence it has now become a normal thing for an outsider to come to Kerala and contest elections.Arif said, "Last time, when I was deputed by the party to contest elections from Alappuzha, I thought Venugopal would be the UDF candidate. But he did not contest the election claiming he had other party responsibilities "
He rejected the possibility of a triangular fight, saying the fight was only between the UDF and the LDF.
During his meetings with supporters, Arif encouraged them to mobilize their networks to gain a strong majority, stressing on the importance of having a leftist MP in Parliament.
Arif urged them, “I know you all will vote for me.But we need to improve our majority this time and we believe that you all should talk to your friends and relatives. Send a message to all your phone contacts immediately afterward." .
After this, Arif goes to many places in his open vehicle to address the voters.
He also spent a lot of time addressing voters and explaining to them how important it is to have Left MPs in Parliament to fight for the interest of Kerala and the secular fabric of India.
Arif said, “With just one vote given to the saffron party, we are destroying our love and brotherhood.So don't give even a single vote to the party that spreads hatred."
BJP candidate Sobha Surendran focused on Modi's image and central government projects, while promising development of Alappuzha if elected.
She expresses happiness at contesting against Venugopal and vows to expose alleged corruption during his previous tenure as MP.
The constituency, with 69 per cent Hindu voters, more than nine per cent SC voters and more than 19 per cent Christian votes, has sent the LDF to Parliament nine times and the UDF eight times.
Like its famous boat racing events, where victory is determined by the pulling powers of the participants, the constituency has a history of tilting in favor of both the CPI(M)-led LDF and the Congress-led UDF, causing it to often gets tough. Predict election results.
The land of coir, backwaters, beaches and marine products, this constitution also includes places that played important roles in major progressive movements in Kerala.
Venugopal is trying his luck in the constituency which he represented in 2009 and 2014 and is seeking votes by highlighting the alleged failures of the Narendra Modi-led NDA government in addressing the problems of the people."You can see the enthusiasm of the voters. I have no doubt about the victory," the Congress leader said as he walked towards his open vehicle for the campaign.
Venugopal, the Rajya Sabha MP from Rajasthan, is facing allegations from the CPI(M) that he would "donate" a seat to the BJP if elected from Alappuzha, which he strongly denies and has opposed the BJP-led NDA. Let's emphasize the main fight against.
He said, “I have already answered that question. No one should have any doubt that your main fight is against the BJP-led NDA.,
Responding to criticism against Rahul Gandhi contesting from Wayanad, Venugopa defended his leader saying it was not an issue as Rahul is a sitting MP and it is not a new constituency.
Alappuzha stood strongly with the LDF through AM Arif in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, making it a crucial bastion amid the UDF's wipeout.
Therefore, the Congress camp is not taking this fight lightly.
Venugopal's speech mostly talked about the problems of fishermen, what Congress has done for them so far and what more they will do.
Arif, with his unique campaigning style, connects with the locals and expresses confidence in his victory.
Arif grew up in the ranks of CPI(M) in Alappuzha, where he started as a student activist with SFI.Ari said, "I am 100 percent confident of my victory. I have no problem with K Venugopal contesting from here. But Rahul should not have contested elections in Kerala."
He criticized Rahul Gandhi's candidature in Wayanad, saying it was not ideal for an outsider to contest elections in Kerala.
Taking aim at Rahul, he said that Kerala has now become familiar with migrant workers, hence it has now become a normal thing for an outsider to come to Kerala and contest elections.Arif said, "Last time, when I was deputed by the party to contest elections from Alappuzha, I thought Venugopal would be the UDF candidate. But he did not contest the election claiming he had other party responsibilities "
He rejected the possibility of a triangular fight, saying the fight was only between the UDF and the LDF.
During his meetings with supporters, Arif encouraged them to mobilize their networks to gain a strong majority, stressing on the importance of having a leftist MP in Parliament.
Arif urged them, “I know you all will vote for me.But we need to improve our majority this time and we believe that you all should talk to your friends and relatives. Send a message to all your phone contacts immediately afterward." .
After this, Arif goes to many places in his open vehicle to address the voters.
He also spent a lot of time addressing voters and explaining to them how important it is to have Left MPs in Parliament to fight for the interest of Kerala and the secular fabric of India.
Arif said, “With just one vote given to the saffron party, we are destroying our love and brotherhood.So don't give even a single vote to the party that spreads hatred."
BJP candidate Sobha Surendran focused on Modi's image and central government projects, while promising development of Alappuzha if elected.
She expresses happiness at contesting against Venugopal and vows to expose alleged corruption during his previous tenure as MP.
The constituency, with 69 per cent Hindu voters, more than nine per cent SC voters and more than 19 per cent Christian votes, has sent the LDF to Parliament nine times and the UDF eight times.
