CPI(M) launches early Ambalapuzha campaign as rebel G Sudhakaran eyes independent run

• CPI(M) began its Ambalapuzha election campaign early, ahead of official announcements, to counter rebel G Sudhakaran.
• G Sudhakaran, a former MLA, plans to contest as an independent after not renewing his party membership due to alleged personal attacks.
• Wall graffiti for CPI(M) sitting MLA H Salam, carrying his name and party emblem, appeared across the Ambalapuzha constituency.
• Ambalapuzha is a CPI(M) stronghold, with Sudhakaran winning the seat multiple times before being denied in 2021.
• CPI(M) leaders, including Minister Saji Cherian and H Salam, criticized Sudhakaran's decision, calling it electoral ambition over party discipline.