KOCHI: The Scorpions’ ballad on profound changes taking place in Europe in the early 1990s can hold a mirror to the evolving political picture in central Kerala. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made an unprecedented move by allocating nearly 1,900 seats to Christian candidates in the local body elections, a shift once considered odious.
This unexpected shift is resonating across the regions of Palluruthy, Idukki, and Iritty, traditionally strongholds of the Congress party. The move is seen as an attempt by the BJP to tap into the Christian vote bank, which could potentially change the political landscape of central Kerala.
The BJP’s strategy seems to be paying off, with the party reporting a significant increase in its support base among Christian communities.
The evolving political picture in central Kerala mirrors the profound changes taking place in Europe in the early 1990s, as depicted in the Scorpions’ ballad about change. However, it remains to be seen how this trend will unfold in the coming days and whether it will lead to a significant shift in power dynamics.
The political arena in Kerala has always been characterized by its vibrant and competitive nature. With the BJP making strategic moves to widen its support base, the Congress party is left scrambling to regain its lost ground. The WhatsApp groups of political enthusiasts are abuzz with discussions on this unprecedented shift, indicating a keen interest among the public.
As the elections approach, all eyes will be on central Kerala to see how this new political equation plays out. Meanwhile, both the BJP and Congress continue their campaigns, promising development and better governance to win over the voters. The future of central Kerala’s politics hangs in the balance.
