G Sudhakaran Quits CPI(M), To Contest Kerala Polls as Independent Veteran leader and former minister G Sudhakaran has announced his decision to contest the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections as an independent candidate, marking a significant blow to the ruling Communist Party of India (Marxist) ahead of the polls. The move comes as Sudhakaran, a prominent figure from the Alappuzha district, resigns from the CPI(M) and vows to campaign on issues such as the criminalization of politics. Sudhakaran, who previously served as a five-term legislator and minister in the state government, will contest from the Ambalappuzha constituency—a stronghold of the CPI(M) that has historically elected senior party leaders like V S Achuthanandan and Susheela Gopalan. In a statement to the media in Alappuzha, Sudhakaran emphasized his commitment to communist ideology, stating, “Politics is the only weapon for the CPI(M). I will not join any other party or seek support from them. I will remain a Communist.” He also warned that personal attacks on him could lead to the party’s downfall, asserting, “If the party attacks me personally, the party will perish.” The decision to quit the CPI(M) follows months of tension within the party. Sudhakaran had previously announced on Facebook that he would not renew his membership, a stance that the CPI(M) leadership attempted to address by reaching out to him. However, he remained resolute, citing dissatisfaction with the party’s treatment of him. A member of the CPI(M) since 1967, Sudhakaran was a founding member of the Students’ Federation of India (SFI), the party’s student wing, and played a key role in the 1977 campus violence incident that claimed his brother’s life.#g_sudhakaran #ambalappuzha #communist_party_of_india_marxist #alappuzha #students_federation_of_india
Sudhakaran to Contest as Independent from Ambalapuzha, Rejecting Party and Front Allegiances Veteran CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran announced on Thursday that he will contest the upcoming Assembly elections as an independent candidate from his constituency, Ambalapuzha, in Kerala’s Alappuzha district. The decision marks a significant setback for the Communist Party of India (Marxist), as Sudhakaran severed all ties with the party and declared his candidacy without aligning with any political party or front. Sudhakaran cited personal attacks by party cadres on social media platforms as the reason for his exit from the CPI(M). He stated that he would not seek support from the United Democratic Front (UDF) or any other group, emphasizing that he had not reached out to anyone for backing. “There is no question of support from the UDF as I have not sought it. I have not spoken to anyone,” he said during a press briefing. The former minister also ruled out organizing traditional campaign activities such as wall paintings or conventions, asserting that he would focus solely on addressing political issues during his campaign. He clarified that he would not criticize the government directly and remained uncertain about the presence of anti-incumbency sentiment among voters. However, he reiterated his commitment to opposing corruption during the election period. Sudhakaran denied submitting formal complaints to the state committee and stated that all grievances had been resolved at the local level. He emphasized that he had never approached the chief minister or party leadership for intervention or a ticket. Refuting recent media reports, he claimed that several statements attributed to him were inaccurate.#united_democratic_front #g_sudhakaran #communist_party_of_india_marxist #ambalapuzha #sn_college
Kerala veteran CPI(M) leader G. Sudhakaran to contest as Independent candidate from Ambalappuzha in Assembly polls G. Sudhakaran, a long-serving member of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and former minister, announced on March 12, 2026, that he would run as an independent candidate from the Ambalappuzha constituency in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections. This marks a significant departure from his 63-year association with the party, which he has served since its inception. During a press conference, Sudhakaran emphasized that his decision does not reflect a rejection of the party’s principles, stating he remains committed to its ideals and has no intention of joining any other political party or alliance. Sudhakaran clarified that he would not engage in criticism of the Communist Party or its members, nor would he participate in campaigns involving wall graffiti. He also reiterated his stance against the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government, asserting that he would not speak ill of the ruling administration. The veteran leader attributed his decision to feel “insulted” by online attacks and the use of AI-generated content to undermine his reputation. He criticized those who dismiss his contributions, calling their behavior un-Marxian and highlighting the dedication of historical communist leaders like Lenin, Stalin, Mao, and Castro, who remained in their positions until their deaths. The decision to contest independently also stems from Sudhakaran’s refusal to apply for membership scrutiny, an annual process within the CPI(M). He claimed the party’s state and district leadership had “spurned and ridiculed” him, leading to his withdrawal from the process. He vowed to “hit back with full force, but with civility,” against any attempts to discredit him.#g_sudhakaran #ambalappuzha #communist_party_of_india_marxist #left_democratic_front #citu
