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CPM leader A N Shamseer admitted party mistakes in elections, citing candidate selections and their handling of controversies as reasons for defeat.
The CPM's Central Committee report admits failure to control the Kerala government, overlooking public discontent over police and bureaucracy, ministerial over-reliance on bureaucrats, and leadership arrogance, corruption, and nepotism.
Allegations of EVM hacking and a ₹40 lakh price tag for favourable results have emerged, involving Congress leader Adv B M Jamal Patel who denies the claims. A UDF inquiry into the supposed swindle is planned.
CPM leaders indicated former members could return if they rectify mistakes, acknowledging flawed candidate selections, with one leader stating such returns are party policy.
CPM leader Puthalath Dinesan attributed the party's Kerala election defeat to flawed candidate selection, insufficient condemnation of controversial remarks, and mishandling of key issues.
Kerala's 16th Assembly session begins Friday with the Governor's policy address, outlining UDF government priorities. A budget follows on June 5.
Rebel leaders and whistleblowers within the party are publicly refuting the leadership's narrative
The oath of members, which would be administered by Pro tem Speaker G Sudhakaran, would begin at 9.00 am on Thursday.
P S Chacko won a Maruti Fronx car in a prediction contest organised by Malayala Manorama, impressing the designated Speaker with his accurate election predictions and drawing lots for the top prize.
Kerala's new government plans a senior citizen department, potentially creating a 'Retire in Kerala' boom to boost its economy, inspired by models like Florida's and Japan's approach to ageing populations.
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