The political winds in Kerala have shifted dramatically, and Sathisan is leading the charge against CPI-M’s volte-face on KM Mani. From orchestrated public shaming to red-carpet welcomes, the Left’s treatment of the veteran leader epitomizes pragmatism over principle.
Years back, CPI-M orchestrated Mani’s downfall with precision. Corruption tapes, moral policing, and assembly walkouts painted him as public enemy number one. Mani, undeterred, weathered the storm, retaining his party’s loyalty.
Now, with elections on the horizon, CPI-M’s tone is conciliatory. Joint meetings, shared platforms—it’s a far cry from past hostilities. Sathisan’s rally speech laid bare the timeline: ‘Insulted yesterday, honored today. What changed? Only the math.’ His words resonated, amplifying calls for accountability.
Delving deeper, this reflects Kerala’s vote-bank realities. Mani’s influence in rubber-tapping regions and among Christians can’t be ignored. Analysts predict this pact could secure LDF’s edge, but at the cost of credibility.
Sathisan, drawing from his own political battles, framed it as a betrayal of anti-corruption vows. He rallied youth wings, emphasizing long-term damage to progressive causes.
As the drama unfolds, it highlights enduring themes in Indian regional politics: flexibility as strategy. Yet Sathisan’s critique injects moral urgency, potentially swaying undecideds. Kerala watches closely—will CPI-M’s gamble pay off, or has Sathisan struck a nerve?