Fading aura: Is Pinarayi Vijayan ‘cult’ losing its appeal?

After CPI(M)'s recent electoral setback, mounting criticism from within the party’s district committees signals a possible erosion of Vijayan’s once unchallenged authority.

BySouth First Desk

Published Jun 26, 2024 | 1:30 PMUpdatedJun 26, 2024 | 1:30 PM

File photo of Pinarayi Vijayan

Pinarayi Vijayan, the indomitable figure of the CPI(M), who has long been revered for his assertive leadership both at the state and national levels, is now facing a critical juncture in his political career. After CPI(M)’s recent electoral setback, mounting criticism from within the party’s district committees signals a possible erosion of Vijayan’s once unchallenged authority.

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