Kozhikode DCC General Secretary Nijesh Aravind Resigns Citing Sidelining in Kerala Elections

Nijesh Aravind, the general secretary of the District Congress Committee (DCC) in Kozhikode, Kerala, has officially resigned from his position, alleging that he was deliberately sidelined by the party leadership during the recent election campaign. In his resignation letter submitted to the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) on April 17, 2026, Aravind claimed he was excluded from meaningful responsibilities, particularly within the Balussery constituency. Sources indicate that his discontent stemmed partly from not being selected as a candidate for the Elathur Assembly segment, despite his expectations and active participation in the party network until the final phases of the campaign. Aravind stated that the lack of entrusted duties made it difficult for him to continue in his role. While senior Congress leaders have declined to comment directly on the allegations, hints suggest that the party leadership may initiate discussions with Aravind soon to address and resolve the underlying issues. This incident highlights internal tensions within the Congress party in Kerala during a critical electoral period, reflecting broader challenges in managing cadre expectations and campaign allocations.