BJP to Launch 'Democracy Protection March' in Kannur on Nov 6
The BJP will organize a district-level Democracy Protection March in Kannur on November 6 to resist anarchy and defend constitutional institutions.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to take its nationwide campaign to the streets of Kannur, Kerala, with a district-level democracy protection march scheduled for November 6. Under the provocative slogan “Resist Anarchy, Protect Democracy,” the party aims to signal its commitment to constitutional values and challenge the narratives pushed by opposition parties.
The Route and Schedule
According to BJP State Cell Coordinator VK Sajeevan, who detailed the plans during a press conference, the event will kick off at 3 PM from the Pathiriparambu Ground at Melle Chovva. The march will traverse through key areas including Melle Chovva, Thana, and Caltex, eventually culminating at Stadium Corner.
The day's events will conclude with a public meeting at 5:30 PM at the Stadium Corner venue. This meeting is slated to be inaugurated by former BJP State President Kummanam Rajasekharan.
Key Leaders in Attendance
The march will see participation from several high-profile leaders, including:
- M. Venkatesh: National Secretary and BJP State Co-in-charge
- Kummanam Rajasekharan: Former BJP State President
- K. Ajith: Former MLA
- P.K. Krishnadas: Former BJP State President
- C.K. Padmanabhan: Former BJP State President
A Nationwide Strategy Against 'Anarchy'
VK Sajeevan emphasized that the Kannur event is part of a larger, coordinated national effort. He highlighted that similar marches have already been conducted in Delhi, led by national BJP president Nitin Nabin, and in Hyderabad, under the leadership of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
The BJP leadership has accused opposition parties of using the "defense of democracy" as a facade to stage protests and make baseless allegations, which the party claims actually undermines public interest and constitutional institutions.
Defending the Electoral Process
Addressing allegations regarding the manipulation of elections, Sajeevan pointed to states like West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Tripura, Sikkim, Gujarat, and Odisha as evidence that the BJP does not prevent other parties from coming to power. He specifically noted that the Congress party had lost power in various states decades ago.
Furthermore, he defended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Sajeevan argued that since the process involves approximately 30 lakh Booth Level Officers (BLOs), other government officials, and political representatives, it is illogical to accuse the entire system of wrongdoing. In a bold move, he challenged the 102 UDF MLAs in Kerala to resign if they truly believe the SIR process is flawed.
Accusations of 'Compromise Politics'
The BJP also took a swipe at the political climate in Kerala, alleging that parties which once fought against each other are now engaging in "compromise politics." Sajeevan referenced the "monthlies controversy" and alleged irregularities in Public Service Commission (PSC) appointments as examples of this trend.
The press conference was also attended by BJP Kannur North District President KK Vinod Kumar and South District President Biju Elakkuzhi.