ANVAR ANTI-CLIMAX...AND MORE
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Anvar sans his bravado is a misnomer. But when he appeared before newspersons on Saturday morning, the Kerala Trinamool Congress state convener presented a picture of frustration and helplessness.
He threw a complete surprise by announcing his decision to abstain from the upcoming Nilambur assembly by-election and to sever ties with the Congress-led United Democratic Front.
The otherwise fiery-looking fighter also appealed to his well-wishers in the UDF not to contact him any further on the issue.
Anvar attributed his withdrawal to financial limitations and expressed dissatisfaction with the UDF's internal dynamics.
But as the day progressed, Anvar changed tack. He told media that there was tremendous pressure from his supporters and that he was also getting promise of funding. As things stand at present, the former independent LDF legislator, who resigned his seat due to serious differences with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, said a decision on contesting would be taken within the next two days.
Anvar's announcement in the morning followed the UDF's stipulation that his inclusion as an associate member was contingent upon retracting his critical remarks about their Nilambur candidate, Aryadan Shoukath. Anvar had previously questioned Shoukath's public support and alleged that he had sought a CPI ticket for the same constituency two months prior.
The UDF's conditional offer was conveyed by front convener Adoor Prakash, who emphasized that Anvar's comments were unacceptable and that retraction was necessary for any alliance. Anvar, however, rejected this overture, stating that he had never sought UDF membership and that certain leaders within the front viewed him as an impediment to their plans.
Anvar also highlighted the lack of clarity in discussions regarding his potential inclusion in the UDF, despite efforts by leaders like P K Kunhalikutty to facilitate his entry. He criticized the UDF leadership for not supporting him after his departure from the LDF, where he had opposed what he termed "Pinarayism."
The Nilambur by-election, scheduled for June 19, has become a focal point for Kerala's political landscape. The seat became vacant following Anvar's resignation from the assembly in January, citing differences with the CPM leadership. The UDF has fielded Aryadan Shoukath, son of veteran Congress leader Aryadan Mohammed, while the LDF has nominated M Swaraj, a prominent CPI leader.
The UDF has expressed confidence in its campaign, with leaders like Opposition Leader V D Satheesan stating that the bypoll serves as a referendum on the Pinarayi Vijayan government's performance. Satheesan also accused the CPI of attempting to poach UDF members before settling on their candidate.
Anvar's announcement in the morning followed the UDF's stipulation that his inclusion as an associate member was contingent upon retracting his critical remarks about their Nilambur candidate, Aryadan Shoukath. Anvar had previously questioned Shoukath's public support and alleged that he had sought a CPI ticket for the same constituency two months prior.
The UDF's conditional offer was conveyed by front convener Adoor Prakash, who emphasized that Anvar's comments were unacceptable and that retraction was necessary for any alliance. Anvar, however, rejected this overture, stating that he had never sought UDF membership and that certain leaders within the front viewed him as an impediment to their plans.
Anvar also highlighted the lack of clarity in discussions regarding his potential inclusion in the UDF, despite efforts by leaders like P K Kunhalikutty to facilitate his entry. He criticized the UDF leadership for not supporting him after his departure from the LDF, where he had opposed what he termed "Pinarayism."
The Nilambur by-election, scheduled for June 19, has become a focal point for Kerala's political landscape. The seat became vacant following Anvar's resignation from the assembly in January, citing differences with the CPM leadership. The UDF has fielded Aryadan Shoukath, son of veteran Congress leader Aryadan Mohammed, while the LDF has nominated M Swaraj, a prominent CPI leader.
The UDF has expressed confidence in its campaign, with leaders like Opposition Leader V D Satheesan stating that the bypoll serves as a referendum on the Pinarayi Vijayan government's performance. Satheesan also accused the CPI of attempting to poach UDF members before settling on their candidate.
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