Why this is Pinarayi Vijayan’s election – to win or to lose
Indian Express·3h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, 81, campaigns for a third term in Kerala Assembly elections on April 9. The CPI(M) positions him as the architect of Kerala's transformation. However, scandals including alleged Sabarimala gold theft and money laundering allegations linked to his daughter's firm, combined with recent local election losses, pose challenges. Vijayan's minimalist campaign style reflects his six-decade political journey marked by party loyalty and centralized control.
Key Entities
Pinarayi VijayanKerala Assembly electionsCPI(M)Left Democratic FrontApril 9 electionSabarimala gold theftKannur district