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The Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) has announced it will contest the upcoming three-tier civic body elections in Kerala, scheduled for December 9th and 11th, independently without forming any alliances with the United Democratic Front (UDF) or the Left Democratic Front (LDF). The party aims to double its current 103 civic body seats by fielding approximately 4,000 candidates. While the SDPI will not align with the BJP under any circumstances, it is open to “micro-level adjustments” with other parties. The party plans to focus on key districts, particularly in Kannur and Malappuram, and promises to offer a new, corruption-free approach to governance.

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SDPI to Contest Kerala Civic Polls Independently, Aims to Double Seat Count

MALAPPURAM, November 15, 2025 – The Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) announced today it will contest the upcoming three-tier civic body elections in Kerala independently, rejecting any pre-poll alliances with the United Democratic Front (UDF) or the Left Democratic Front (LDF). The elections are scheduled for December 9th and 11th.

SDPI State President stated the party plans to field approximately 4,000 candidates across grama panchayats, block panchayats, district panchayats, municipalities, and municipal corporations. The party currently holds 103 civic body seats across the state, a significant increase from its 2015 performance. The goal is to double this number in the upcoming elections.

“We aim to strengthen our standing in the civic elections, and the best way to do that is to contest independently,” said Mr. Latheef.

While ruling out any cooperation with the BJP, the SDPI indicated it might be open to “micro-level adjustments” with other parties on a case-by-case basis. The party has identified specific areas as crucial to its electoral success, including Muzhuppilangadu panchayat and Iritty municipality in Kannur district, as well as Ponmala, Cheriyamundam, Athavanad and Kavanur panchayats in Malappuram district.

In Malappuram alone, the SDPI is contesting 500 seats. The party has already announced its candidates for the Malappuram District Panchayat.

SDPI district leaders stated the party will campaign on a platform of “rights to the deserving, and for a corruption-free government,” promising voters fresh perspectives and development ideas.

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