Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan alleged a strategic alliance between the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPM] and the Bharatiya Janata Party [BJP] in Kerala, claiming the CPM is seeking BJP support in ten constituencies in exchange for assistance in Palakkad. The accusation, made on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, has ignited a political firestorm in the state as campaigning intensifies for the upcoming assembly elections.
Satheesan’s claims center on recent developments where the Twenty20 party, reportedly linked to the CPM, received support from the BJP in several constituencies. “The BJP is supporting the CPM in many places. Twenty20, which has ties with the CPM, received seats from the BJP,” Satheesan stated, according to reports from Asianet News Malayalam. He asserted that this collaboration will not result in a CPM victory.
The allegations come as both the CPM and BJP are reportedly focusing efforts on challenging Satheesan’s stronghold in the Paravur constituency. According to a report from Onmanorama published March 2, 2026, both parties are planning to field stronger candidates in Paravur specifically to force Satheesan to concentrate on his re-election campaign rather than statewide efforts. Satheesan has held the Paravur seat for 25 years.
Shobha Surendran, a BJP state leader, dismissed Satheesan’s claims as a preemptive attempt to justify an anticipated defeat, characterizing them as a “preemptive bail” sought in the face of impending failure. This response has further escalated the tensions between the opposition and the ruling parties.
Satheesan also expressed confidence that the BJP will fail to secure any seats in Kerala, specifically predicting they will not win in Nemom. He warned both the CPM and BJP of forthcoming “explosive revelations” in the coming days, according to a report from MSN, suggesting a potential escalation of the political conflict.
The accusations of a CPM-BJP alliance are particularly sensitive given the historical rivalry between the two parties in Kerala. The state has traditionally been a battleground between the Congress-led United Democratic Front [UDF] and the CPM-led Left Democratic Front [LDF], with the BJP struggling to gain significant ground. The alleged understanding, if substantiated, could significantly alter the political landscape of Kerala.
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