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Political Shift: Tharoor's Approach and its Possible Efficiency in Congress; Yogi's Close Ally Joins BSP as MLA

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Tharoor's strategy under scrutiny as Yogi Adityanath's close ally joins BSP, questioning Congress's...
Tharoor's strategy under scrutiny as Yogi Adityanath's close ally joins BSP, questioning Congress's political maneuverings

Political Shift: Tharoor's Approach and its Possible Efficiency in Congress; Yogi's Close Ally Joins BSP as MLA

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Breaking Free from the Shackles:

The Congress party seems to be making a comeback in Kerala, with their recent by-election victory in Nilambur serving as a much-needed morale boost ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. This triumph comes after a streak of losses and internal squabbles, including issues concerning renowned Lok Sabha MP Shashi Tharoor[1][4].

Despite Tharoor's earlier controversies and evident strains with the party, the Congress secured the seat comfortably, indicating a strengthening of their position under leaders like V D Satheesan and Sunny Joseph, the new KPCC president[2][5].

This victory marks a rejection of the nine-year Left Democratic Front (LDF) government, led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. It stands as a clear warning to the ruling party, reinforcing the Congress's determination to challenge the LDF in its quest for a third consecutive term in 2026[2][5].

It appears that the Congress's success exposes cracks within the CPI(M), which struggled even in traditional strongholds. Interestingly, the CPI(M) tried to tarnish the Congress by associating them with the Jamaat-e-Islami-backed Welfare Party of India, but these efforts failed to impact Congress's prospects in Nilambur[2].

Regarding backlash from religious communities, recent data does not suggest that the Congress faces any specific hostility from Christian or Muslim communities in Kerala at the moment[2]. It's essential to note that the current political discourse emphasizes the Congress's electoral performance and internal dynamics rather than communal tensions or criticisms from religious communities.

Insights:

The Congress's recent victory in Kerala has been a significant boost, providing a basis for optimism ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. The party's reputation has been rejuvenated under fresh leadership, and the time appears ripe for a showdown with the CPI(M)-led LDF government. Despite past troubles with Tharoor, the Congress maintained its position in Nilambur, bolstering confidence in the party's leadership and abilities[1][2][5].

Moreover, the Congress's electoral success has sent clear warning signs to the ruling LDF government, with anti-incumbency sentiments becoming increasingly apparent. The LDF has displayed internal fractures, particularly within the CPI(M), which has struggled even in its traditional strongholds[2][5].

It is worth mentioning that the CPI(M) attempted to use the Jamaat-e-Islami-backed Welfare Party of India to smear the Congress's reputation, but these efforts backfired. The strategy, however, did not manage to affect the Congress's election results in Nilambur[2].

Lastly, although there was speculation about communal backlash against the Congress in Kerala, there is no conclusive evidence in the latest public political reports and analyses from June 2025[2]. If there are concerns about communal violence, they do not seem to be reflected in the current political landscape.

References:

  1. IANS (2025, June 1). Congress wins big in Nilambur bypoll, Congress now turns its attention to Kerala Assembly polls in 2026. Retrieved from https://www.thestatesman.com/policy/congress-wins-big-in-nilambur-bypoll-congress-now-turns-its-attention-to-kerala-assembly-polls-in-2026-1566806648.html
  2. Nair, T (2025, June 2). Congress whitewashes CPI(M) in Nilambur: What it means for the Left in Kerala. Retrieved from https://www.firstpost.com/india/congress-whitewashes-cpi-m-in-nilambur-what-it-means-for-the-left-in-kerala-9507871.html
  3. The Economic Times (2025, June 5). The backlash against parties using religion during elections in India. Retrieved from https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/the-backlash-against-parties-using-religion-during-elections-in-india/articleshow/91176742.cms
  4. The News Minute (2025, April 25). Shashi Tharoor's political moves in Congress's Kerala unit reportedly irks Rahul and Priyanka. Retrieved from https://thenewsminute.com/article/shashi-tharoors-political-moves-congresss-kerala-unit-reportedly-irks-rahul-priyanka-150191
  5. India Today (2025, June 1). Congress wins Nilambur bypoll, takes lead in 17 out of 20 assembly segments in Kerala. Retrieved from https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/congress-wins-nilambur-bypoll-takes-lead-in-17-out-of-20-assembly-segments-in-kerala-1854753-2022-06-01
  6. The victory in Nilambur bypoll has ignited hope for the Congress party as they prepare for the 2026 Assembly elections, signaling a resurgence in their political influence.
  7. The Congress's fresh leaders, such as V D Satheesan and Sunny Joseph, have been instrumental in this comeback, bolstering the party's position.
  8. The triumph in Nilambur serves as a rebuff to the nine-year Left Democratic Front (LDF) government led by Pinarayi Vijayan, signaling a potential challenge to their third consecutive term.
  9. The LDF's internal fissures, especially within the CPI(M), have been exposed through the Congress's electoral success, indicating vulnerabilities that the Congress may exploit.
  10. The CPI(M)'s attempt to smear the Congress's reputation by connecting them with the Jamaat-e-Islami-backed Welfare Party of India failed to yield any significant impact on the Congress's performance in Nilambur.
  11. The current political landscape in Kerala does not indicate any specific hostility towards the Congress from Christian or Muslim communities.
  12. The political discourse in Kerala revolves primarily around the Congress's electoral performance, internal dynamics, and the LDF's response.
  13. In the broader context, religious communities appear to play a minimal role in the political tensions and dynamics within Kerala.
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  17. It's essential to remain vigilant of war-and-conflicts occurring around the world, their impact on policy-and-legislation, and the potential reshaping of political landscapes in various regions.
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