KPCC targets backward classes to boost UDF election chances

The Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) plans to focus on two backward class communities to support the United Democratic Front (UDF) in upcoming local body and Assembly elections. This strategy follows recent incidents involving Tushar Gandhi and public discontent with the BJP. KPCC aims to highlight the BJP's alleged disrespect towards Gandhi's speech at Sivagiri Madhom, which is significant to the Ezhava community. The party is also working to strengthen ties with the Latin Catholic fisherfolk community against seabed mining in Kerala. Additionally, the KPCC will organize a human chain against drugs and launch a coastal march to engage voters. The party recently analyzed its performance in local bypolls, noting a mix of successes and challenges.