Poll analysis: Comprehensive victory of the Left in Kerala
‘Metroman’ humbled by Youth Congress leader in Palakkad; For the first time a CM has also his son-in law in the house; Health Minister Shailaja wins with the largest margin of votes; Mrs. K. K. Rema’s victory adds a sour note to the LDF victory.
By M A Siraj| Published: 6th May 2021 6:19 pm IST
The return of the Left Democratic Front (LDF) to the seat of power in Kerala was a foregone conclusion. Its resounding victory for the second consecutive term is an affirmation that people are not averse to choosing the incumbents if they find their leadership responsive, responsible, efficient and effective. Much of the credit for winning a second term for the LDF goes to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, the soft-spoken and dynamic leader who galvanized the State Administration ably by handling the crises ranging from Covid pandemic to Nipah or rain-induced deluge and landslide.