Former CPI(M) MLA S Rajendran Joins BJP Ahead of Kerala Assembly Elections

Former CPI(M) MLA S Rajendran joined the BJP in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram ahead of the state assembly elections. Rajendran, a three-time Devikulam MLA, was suspended by CPI(M) in 2022 for allegedly working against the party in 2021 polls and did not renew his membership. He cited frustration with CPI(M) and aims to address plantation sector issues through BJP. CPI(M) leader M.M. Mani stated Rajendran's departure would not affect the party, emphasizing its distinct ideology.