Full Candidate List (Kozhikode – 13 candidates)
- Elamaram Kareem – LDF – Hammer, Sickle and Star
- MT Ramesh – NDA – Lotus
- MK Raghavan – UDF – Hand
- Arumukhan – Bahujan Samaj Party – Elephant
- Aravindakshan Nair – Bharatheeya Jawan Kisan Party – Diamond
- Dr M Jyothiraj – SUCI – Battery Torch
- Abdul Kareem – Independent – Bead Necklace
- Abdul Kareem – Independent – Dish Antenna
- Abdul Kareem – Independent – Belt
- N Raghavan – Independent – Pen Stand
- Ragahavan – Independent – Glass Tumbler
- T Raghavan – Independent – Lady Finger
- Subha – Independent – Television
Kozhikode constituency braces for a momentous Lok Sabha election in 2024, presenting voters with a diverse array of candidates representing various political parties and independents. With symbols symbolizing a spectrum of ideologies and aspirations, the electoral contest in Kozhikode promises to be dynamic and impactful.
Leading the charge for the Left Democratic Front (LDF) is Elamaram Kareem, symbolized by the hammer, sickle, and star. Kareem embodies the LDF’s commitment to socialist principles and grassroots empowerment, promising to advocate for the rights of workers and marginalized communities in Kozhikode.
Opposing Kareem’s bid for representation is MT Ramesh of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), symbolized by the lotus. Ramesh brings with him a vision of cultural resurgence and economic growth, aiming to prioritize the development and prosperity of Kozhikode.
MK Raghavan stands as the candidate for the United Democratic Front (UDF), symbolized by the hand. Raghavan’s candidacy underscores the UDF’s pledge for inclusive governance and social welfare, offering voters a platform focused on progress and development for Kozhikode.
Arumukhan represents the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), symbolized by the elephant, advocating for the empowerment of marginalized groups and social justice in the constituency.
In addition to the party candidates, a plethora of independent contenders have entered the electoral arena, each with their unique symbols and agendas. Dr. M Jyothiraj, symbolized by the battery torch, aims to illuminate the path towards socialist ideals and workers’ rights.
Abdul Kareem presents himself as an independent candidate with three different symbols: bead necklace, dish antenna, and belt, symbolizing various aspects of community, connectivity, and security.
N Raghavan, symbolized by the pen stand, seeks to promote literacy and education in Kozhikode. Ragahavan, symbolized by the glass tumbler, emphasizes the importance of access to clean drinking water and public health.
T Raghavan, symbolized by the lady finger, aims to address agricultural issues and rural development. Subha, symbolized by the television, highlights the significance of media and communication in shaping public discourse.
As the campaign unfolds, candidates will engage in rallies, public meetings, and door-to-door canvassing to win the support of the electorate. Economic development, social welfare, and environmental conservation are expected to be key issues in the electoral discourse, shaping the preferences of voters in Kozhikode.
With the future of the constituency hanging in the balance, voters face a critical decision in selecting their representative for the Lok Sabha. The outcome of the election will not only influence the trajectory of Kozhikode but also contribute to the broader narrative of Indian democracy and governance.