Keralam Election 2026: “Muslim League remote-controls Congress, seeks Deputy CM & six ministries,” says Chandrasekhar
Thiruvananthapuram: BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar alleged that there exists a political understanding between the Indian National Congress and the Indian Union Muslim League, claiming that if a Congress-led government comes to power, the Muslim League is seeking the post of Deputy Chief Minister along with six ministerial positions. He further remarked that the Muslim League acts as a “remote control” guiding the Congress. Chandrasekhar also alleged that there are separate arrangements between the Congress and Jamaat-e-Islami, as well as among the Muslim League, Jamaat-e-Islami and the PFI-linked Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI). He demanded that these parties come forward and disclose the nature of such alleged agreements, speaking at a press conference. Allegations of political alliances and control He also stated that the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and the Congress are aligned across 27 states and eight Union Territories under the banner of the INDI Alliance. According to him, the Congress’s accusation that there is a tacit understanding between the CPI(M) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is baseless. He asserted that it is the BJP that strongly opposes the CPI(M) in Keralam, adding that the BJP has previously secured victories by defeating the CPI(M) in local bodies, including corporations. Chandrasekhar criticised the Congress party’s current leadership, stating that a party once led by stalwarts such as Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Lal Bahadur Shastri has lost its direction. Referring to Rahul Gandhi, he said that the party today lacks accountability and is not committed to a clear
In the lead-up to the Keralam Election 2026, tensions have risen as BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar accused the Indian National Congress (INC) of being manipulated by the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) and other allied groups. Speaking at a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram, Chandrasekhar claimed that if an INC-led government were to come to power, the IUML would demand the post of Deputy Chief Minister along with six ministerial positions. He described the IUML as a "remote control" guiding the INC, suggesting a deep political understanding between the two parties.
Chandrasekhar further alleged that there are separate arrangements between the INC and Jamaat-e-Islami, as well as among the IUML, Jamaat-e-Islami, and the PFI-linked Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI). He called on these parties to disclose the nature of such alleged agreements, emphasizing the need for transparency in political alliances.
The BJP leader also addressed the alliance between the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and the INC, stating that they are aligned across 27 states and eight Union Territories under the banner of the INDI Alliance. Chandrasekhar dismissed the INC's accusation that there is a tacit understanding between the CPI(M) and the BJP, asserting that it is the BJP that strongly opposes the CPI(M) in Keralam. He noted that the BJP has previously secured victories by defeating the CPI(M) in local bodies, including corporations.
In a critique of the INC's current leadership, Chandrasekhar lamented the direction of a party once led by stalwarts such as Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Lal Bahadur Shastri. He accused the party of losing its way, pointing to Rahul Gandhi's leadership as a symbol of a lack of accountability and a clear vision for national development. Chandrasekhar accused the INC of resorting to falsehoods for political gain, contrasting this with the BJP's positive campaign focused on building a developed Keralam.
He claimed that while the BJP is working towards a positive agenda, the INC is issuing "false guarantees" in the name of Indira Gandhi. Drawing attention to the INC government in Telangana, Chandrasekhar suggested that the party's track record is one of unfulfilled promises and political maneuvering.
These allegations have added to the complexity of the political landscape in Keralam, with the BJP accusing its rivals of forming secretive alliances and manipulating power dynamics. As the election approaches, the claims made by Chandrasekhar are likely to be closely scrutinized by political analysts and the public, with the potential to shape voter perceptions and the overall outcome of the election. The BJP's focus on transparency and its contrasting campaign style may resonate with voters weary of perceived political intrigue and unfulfilled promises. Meanwhile, the INC and its allies will need to address these allegations and reassure the electorate of their commitment to clean governance and development. The stakes are high, as the election in Keralam could serve as a barometer for the broader political battle in India.
