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Opposition parties unite against BJP in Kerala civic body, says mayor
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation Mayor V.V. Rajesh claims the UDF and LDF are coordinating efforts to challenge the ruling BJP's position in the southern Kerala civic body. He also vowed to counter what he termed false allegations against his administration.
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Mayor V.V. Rajesh of Thiruvananthapuram Corporation alleged that opposition parties are aligning to restrict the BJP's influence within the civic body. According to Rajesh, the United Democratic Front and Left Democratic Front have intensified their coordination in recent weeks.
Rajesh, who leads the corporation, said the opposition strategy represents an attempt to consolidate their political position ahead of potential civic elections. He characterized the development as part of broader political maneuvering in the state's capital city.
Addressing concerns about his administration's performance, Rajesh stated that he remains committed to his duties and will contest any unfounded accusations. "I will resist all attempts to level false charges against me," the mayor said, indicating he faces scrutiny from opposition quarters.
The statement reflects escalating political tensions within Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, where multiple political formations compete for influence. The mayor's comments underscore the complex multi-party dynamics that characterize Kerala's civic politics, where national, state, and local interests frequently intersect.