Veteran CPI(M) leader G. Sudhakaran confirmed his candidature from the Ambalappuzha constituency as an independent candidate in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections. Sudhakaran, who served as the Minister for Public Works and Registration in the first Pinarayi Vijayan cabinet, stated that he will not speak against the CPI(M), its programmes, or its principles.
The 75-year-old Sudhakaran, celebrated as one of the visionary leaders of the CPI(M) in Kerala, clarified that he has not spoken to any opposition parties or alliances. He criticised certain sections of the media for spreading fake news claiming he had already agreed terms with the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF). Interestingly, the UDF is yet to give any hint regarding its candidate for Ambalappuzha, which is currently represented by H. Salam. It is rumoured that the UDF left Ambalappuzha vacant as they plan to support Sudhakaran if he were to exit the Communist party.
"M.A. Baby spoke to me yesterday over the phone; around a week ago, C.S. Sujatha visited and we discussed politics. There is no reason for any CPM leaders to come to me with any missions," G. Sudhakaran told the press at his residence.
