24th Cpim State Conference

Red Surge: A Revolutionary Pulse Beats Through Kerala at CPI(M)'s 24th State Conference

In the heart of Kollam, Kerala, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) marked the conclusion of its 24th State Conference with an electrifying show of unity and revolutionary fervor. With over two lakh cadres marching in unison. Key leaders, including Prakash Karat and M.V. Govindan, reaffirmed the party’s resilience in the face of growing challenges from communal forces and neoliberal policies. The conference also unveiled a roadmap for Kerala's future, focused on addressing social issues, empowering the working class, and advancing socialism in the state and nation.

89 member state committee: 17 member Secretariat, 17 new faces

The 89- member state committee, including 17 secretariat members, was elected unanimously. Among these, 17 are newcomers

M V Govindan Elected as CPI M State Secretary

He has served as an MLA from Thaliparamba and Minister for Local Self-Government and Excise. Initially appointed as the acting State Secretary in August 2022, he is on the CPI M Polit Bureau and was Chief Editor of Deshabhimani. Govindan is also an author.

"Delegates See 'New Pathways to New Kerala' as Achievable After Previous Successes," says MV Govindan.

At the 24th CPIM Kerala State Conference, CPIM State Secretary M.V. Govindan said the "New Pathways to New Kerala" roadmap received strong backing from delegates. He emphasized that everybody expressed confidence in its implementation, pointing to the successful execution of key initiatives from the previous "New Kerala" project as evidence that the current proposal is also achievable. The roadmap, with a focus on agriculture, tourism, and environmental sustainability, aims to guide Kerala’s development despite challenges from the central government.

We Shall Fight, We Shall Win: CPI(M) Women’s March Against Pro-Capitalist, Communal Forces

On International Women’s Day, CPI(M) women leaders led a march, decrying the BJP’s pro-capitalist, communal agenda and its neglect of women’s rights. With a resolute pledge at the Party’s State Conference, they vowed to continue the fight for justice, equality, and the dismantling of patriarchal systems that perpetuate violence and oppression.

Kerala's Land Issues Must Be Resolved Quickly

At the 24th CPI(M) State Conference, two significant resolutions were introduced. K K Jayachandran's resolution called for urgent action to address Kerala's longstanding land issues, highlighting the challenges stemming from the 1957 land reforms, fraudulent records, and unresolved land titles, particularly in areas like Idukki and Munnar. Meanwhile, V N Vasavan's resolution focused on safeguarding Kerala’s cooperative sector from the central government's interference. It condemned harmful regulations and actions, such as demonetization and GST, which threaten the sector’s stability, and urged the state government to protect key institutions like Kerala Bank, Rabco, and Raidco, ensuring accountability and preventing discrediting efforts by the opposition and media. Both resolutions emphasised the importance of state intervention to protect Kerala's land and cooperative sectors.

Retract UGC Draft Regulation that Undermines Federalism

The CPI M State Conference has passed a resolution urging the Centre to withdraw the UGC draft regulation, which undermines federalism

CPI M State Conference Denounces Modi Government’s Assault on Public Sectors

The CPI M state conference in Kollam condemned the Modi government's aggressive privatisation of public sectors, a policy accelerated since the BJP took power in 2014. The government has sold off key assets, including roads, railways, and electrical transmission, through the National Monetisation Pipeline. It has also opened up natural resources to private exploitation. The conference warned that these actions, reminiscent of colonial-era exploitation, are a form of treason, undermining the nation’s wealth and pushing the people into servitude. The CPI M called for a united movement, with workers, peasants, and nationalist forces, to protect the public sector and resist privatisation.

CPI M Calls for Unified Protest Against Central Government's Negligence in Wayanad Disaster

The CPI M state conference in Kollam condemned the central government's neglect in providing necessary funds for the relocation and rehabilitation of victims affected by the Mundakkai Chooralmala landslide in Wayanad. Despite the devastation that claimed 298 lives, the central government has failed to allocate sufficient aid, offering only 529.5 crore as a repayable loan. The Kerala government requires 2,221 crore for reconstruction, yet the Centre's response has been inadequate. The conference called for a statewide protest against the government's discrimination and urged citizens nationwide to unite against this injustice.

Redefining Kerala: A Socialist Blueprint for Resistance and Renewal

From dismantling feudal structures to challenging the Union Government's anti-people agenda, the conference highlights Kerala’s journey toward becoming a beacon of socialist transformation. As communal and corporate forces tighten their grip on India, Govindan stresses the urgency of building a people-centric, socialist alternative—one that can reshape Kerala and spark change across the nation.

A Young Lens on History: Nihara Babu Captures the CPI(M) State Conference

At just 12 years old, Nihara Babu from Idukki captured more than just photographs at the CPI(M) state conference in Kollam. Armed with a camera and a passion for documenting the world around her.

Kerala: A Beacon of Resistance Against Pro-Corporate Hindutva Nexus, Says Prakash Karat at CPI(M) State Conference

At the 24th CPI(M) Kerala State Conference in Kollam, Prakash Karat, CPI(M) Politburo member, emphasized Kerala’s role as a key resistance hub against the pro-corporate Hindutva nexus. He highlighted the state's commitment to secularism, class struggle, and an alternative development model, while critiquing the BJP's divisive tactics. Karat called for united resistance against rising fascism and neoliberal exploitation, underscoring Kerala's steadfast resolve to defend socialism and advance justice for the working class.

CPI(M) 24th Kerala State Conference Begins with Flag Hoisting and Revolutionary Zeal in Kollam

The 24th Kerala State Conference of the CPI(M) began today in Kollam with a spirited flag-hoisting ceremony. Over 500 delegates gathered to discuss strategies for advancing the struggle against communal-capitalist exploitation and imperialist forces. The conference, featuring prominent leaders and political discussions, will focus on strengthening the party's grassroots organization and preparing for future electoral challenges.

Kollam Erupts in Revolutionary Spirit as CPIM State Conference Kicks Off

Kollam reverberated with revolutionary energy as the CPIM State Conference began with a powerful flag-hoisting ceremony on March 5, marking the birthday of Joseph Stalin. A sea of processions, workers' gatherings, and historical exhibitions celebrated the collective strength of the working class, reigniting the struggle against capitalist-communal forces. With the town embracing the conference after three decades, the atmosphere was charged with unwavering enthusiasm and solidarity.

Flames of Resistance: The Red Processions That Forge the Path Forward

The flag, torch, and flagpole processions of the CPIM State Conference converged in Kollam, carrying the legacy of resistance from Kasaragod to Vayalar. These symbols of struggle reignite the fight against oppression, reminding us that the working class's battle for dignity and power continues unwavering.