The CPM’s organisational report, presented by state secretary M.V. Govindan at the party’s state conference in Kollam, has raised concerns about the declining connection between party leaders and the people of Kerala. The report criticizes some members for failing to adhere to the party’s principles of vigilance, purity, and transparency in financial dealings. It also warns of the growing influence of the RSS and BJP in the state, noting that the BJP has successfully attracted sections of the CPM’s traditional voter base.
The report highlights internal weaknesses, particularly in branches that directly interact with the public. It points out instances of financial misconduct, including accepting large sums without issuing receipts and mediating transactions for personal gain. The BJP’s strategic efforts to target women through religious groups and central government schemes have also been noted as a significant challenge.
On the policy front, the report outlines the “Navakerala” roadmap, which includes implementing the Silver Line project, providing pensions for housewives, and realizing the Sabarimala Airport project. It also proposes a high-speed, multi-modal public transport system and the establishment of private higher education institutions with a focus on social justice. Additionally, the report emphasizes improving welfare pensions and creating governance policies for research and pharmaceutical development.
The CPM’s self-critical approach underscores the need for internal reforms and a renewed focus on reconnecting with the masses to counter the BJP’s growing influence in Kerala.
