UDF faces questions over cross-voting and organisational lapses in Pathanamthitta
The United Democratic Front (UDF) is facing scrutiny over cross-voting and organizational issues following its recent electoral success in Pathanamthitta. Internal investigations have led to the removal of two block-level office-bearers in Konni for failing to support the party candidate. Additionally, the Congress is probing similar allegations in Aranmula, highlighting tensions within the party ranks.
- ▪The UDF won the majority of seats in Pathanamthitta but is dealing with allegations of cross-voting.
- ▪Two block-level leaders in Konni were removed for inactivity and negative remarks about the party candidate.
- ▪An inquiry has been initiated in Aranmula due to concerns over election work and dissent within the party.
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Despite a near-landslide victory, the United Democratic Front (UDF) finds itself grappling with uncomfortable questions over cross-voting and organisational lapses in Pathanamthitta during the recent Assembly elections, casting a shadow over its otherwise impressive electoral performance in the district.The Congress has already moved against two of its block-level office-bearers in Konni, where its candidate, Satish Kochuparambil, lost by a narrow margin. The action follows internal findings that the two leaders failed to discharge their organisational responsibilities, remained largely inactive during the campaign, and even came up with remarks against the party candidate on social media.According to District Congress Committee president Mr. Kochuparambil, Konni block vice-president K.R.
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