It also observed that while the INDIA bloc gave a setback to the BJP in the general elections, the marginalisation of the Left continues.
CPI(M).
A CPI(M) report said the erosion of its base was a matter of concern and identified “years of repression and attacks on the party” to be among the reasons. The party’s Central Committee called for countering the adverse impact by taking up social issues. The report also noted the loss of its traditional base in several constituencies to the BJP in Kerala.