Sun Nov 30 17:46:04 UTC 2025: News Article:

Kozhikode Local Elections Heat Up as Parties Intensify Campaigns

Kozhikode, India – November 30, 2025 – With only nine days remaining until the local body elections in Kerala, the Kozhikode Corporation is witnessing a surge in campaigning activities. Major political parties are mobilizing resources and deploying prominent leaders to garner support.

The CPI(M), the dominant force in the LDF coalition, temporarily scaled back its intensive campaign following the recent passing of Koyilandy MLA Kanathil Jameela. However, senior leader M.V. Govindan visited Kozhikode to rally support for party candidates.

LDF candidate Shyni, an ASHA worker contesting from the Edakkad division, expressed confidence in her familiarity with the community and the ward’s historical support for CPI(M). She is campaigning alongside the current councillor, T. Muraleedharan.

UDF candidate C.P. Salim of the Congress party faces a formidable challenge in the Eranhipalam division, a CPI(M) stronghold for the past 25 years. Salim aims to capitalize on public frustration with alleged corruption and neglect within the Corporation, along with a perceived negative sentiment towards the state government. Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala has already campaigned for him.

NDA candidate Saritha Parayeri, the BJP’s incumbent councillor in Chevarambalam ward, is emphasizing her track record of addressing voter concerns, including the establishment of a health center and a refreshment facility. She noted the positive response she is receiving during house visits.

The UDF has released a “chargesheet” against the Corporation, alleging financial irregularities and administrative mismanagement, including issues related to building numbers, advertising revenue, office renovations, and the Palayam vegetable market relocation.

Summary of Text:

This article reports on the intense campaigning activity leading up to the local body elections in the Kozhikode Corporation, Kerala, with nine days remaining until the polls. It highlights the efforts of the LDF, UDF, and NDA coalitions, focusing on key candidates and their strategies in specific divisions. The article mentions the temporary reduction in CPI(M) campaigning due to a recent death, while other parties are pushing ahead. Each parties’ are calling for development, claiming addressing voter concerns, and alleging mismanagement within the existing administration.

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