P.K. Sasi’s Democratic Marxist Front to merge with CMP on July 17
The Democratic Marxist Front, led by P.K. Sasi, is set to merge with the Communist Marxist Party on July 17, 2026. The move aims to challenge the CPI(M) in Kerala, with leaders criticizing the party's internal management and political direction.
Why it matters
This merger signals a potential realignment of Left-wing political forces in Kerala, challenging the dominance of the CPI(M).
The Democratic Marxist Front (DMF) led by former Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] leader P.K. Sasi will merge with the Communist Marxist Party (CMP) headed by C.P. John on July 17, 2026.
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