Kerala Assembly polls 2026: candidate seek votes from all sections of society, says Thangal

Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal, State president of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), on Saturday mentioned candidates contesting elections seek votes from all sections of society and never on the premise of faith, amid intensifying political exchanges within the run-up to the Assembly polls.

Addressing a press convention in Kasaragod, he mentioned it’s pure for all political events to count on help from each phase of the voters.

“Every candidate requires vote from all sections. Our contest is not based on religion. Support is sought by approaching everyone in a democratic manner,” he mentioned.

Responding to questions on the help of the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI), Mr. Thangal mentioned candidates typically count on all beneficial votes and that such help shouldn’t be seen as a selected political understanding.

He clarified that there isn’t a confusion inside the United Democratic Front (UDF), including that the entrance is transferring ahead unitedly and stays assured of victory. On remarks made by the Leader of the Opposition that the UDF will not be looking for SDPI votes, he mentioned these feedback have been possible primarily based on his political expertise.

Mr. Thangal additionally hit out on the Left Democratic Front (LDF) over the controversy surrounding ‘Kaumile Kutti’ mike announcement from an LDF marketing campaign automobile in Perambra. He alleged that the LDF was intentionally fuelling communal polarisation within the State as half of a calculated political transfer. He mentioned the general public would recognise makes an attempt to divide society alongside non secular traces.

As the marketing campaign enters its closing part, he mentioned growth and public welfare needs to be the important thing points, and accused some sections of making an attempt to divert consideration by elevating controversies.