Full Candidate List (Kollam – 12 candidates)
- Krishnakumar G – BJP – Lotus
- NK Premachandran – UDF – Pottery and Earthenware
- M Mukesh – LDF – Hammer, Sickle and Star
- Vipinlal Vidhyadharan – Bahujan Samaj Party – Elephant
- P Krishnammal – Marxist Communist Party of India (United) – Computer
- Jose Saranath – Ambedkarite Party of India – Coat
- Twinkle Prabhakaran – Socialist Unity Centre of India – Battery Torch
- Pradeep Kottarakkara – Bharatheeya Jawan Kisan Party – Diamond
- N Jayarajan – Independent – Autorickshaw
- Bro Noushad Sheriff J – Independent – School Bag
- Premachandran Nair – Independent – Immersion Rod
- Gokulam Suresh Kumar – Independent – Telephone
The stage is set for a riveting electoral battle in Kollam as twelve candidates, representing a diverse array of political parties and ideologies, vie for victory in the Lok Sabha election of 2024. With each contender backed by their unique party symbols, the electoral landscape promises a dynamic clash of visions and aspirations.
Leading the charge for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is Krishnakumar G, symbolized by the lotus. Krishnakumar’s candidacy embodies the party’s agenda of cultural nationalism and economic development, offering voters a vision of progress and prosperity for Kollam.
Challenging Krishnakumar’s bid for representation is NK Premachandran of the United Democratic Front (UDF), symbolized by pottery and earthenware. Premachandran brings with him a legacy of service and a commitment to inclusive governance, pledging to address the diverse needs of the constituency.
M Mukesh stands as the Left Democratic Front’s (LDF) nominee, symbolized by the hammer, sickle, and star. Mukesh’s campaign emphasizes the principles of socialism and grassroots empowerment, promising to champion the cause of the working class and marginalized communities in Kollam.
Vipinlal Vidhyadharan represents the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), symbolized by the elephant, advocating for the rights and empowerment of marginalized sections of society. Vidhyadharan’s candidacy adds a dimension of social justice and equality to the electoral discourse in Kollam.
P Krishnammal emerges as the candidate for the Marxist Communist Party of India (United), symbolized by the computer. Krishnammal’s platform emphasizes the importance of technology and innovation in governance, promising to usher in a new era of digital empowerment for the people of Kollam.
Jose Saranath enters the fray under the banner of the Ambedkarite Party of India, symbolized by the coat, advocating for the rights and dignity of marginalized communities. Saranath’s candidacy underscores the importance of social justice and equality in the political discourse.
Twinkle Prabhakaran represents the Socialist Unity Centre of India, symbolized by the battery torch, aiming to illuminate the path towards socialist ideals and workers’ rights in Kollam.
Pradeep Kottarakkara stands as the candidate for the Bharatheeya Jawan Kisan Party, symbolized by the diamond, promising to champion the interests of farmers and youth in the constituency.
In addition to the party candidates, three independent contenders have thrown their hats into the ring, each with their unique symbols and agendas. N Jayarajan, symbolized by the autorickshaw, advocates for grassroots development and local governance.
Bro Noushad Sheriff J, symbolized by the school bag, seeks to prioritize education and youth empowerment in Kollam. Premachandran Nair, symbolized by the immersion rod, promises to address the infrastructure needs of the constituency.
Gokulam Suresh Kumar, symbolized by the telephone, aims to bridge the gap between communities and their representatives, advocating for greater connectivity and communication in Kollam.
As the campaign trail heats up, candidates will engage in a flurry of rallies, public meetings, and door-to-door canvassing to garner support from the electorate. Issues such as economic development, social welfare, and governance transparency are expected to dominate the electoral discourse, shaping the preferences of voters in Kollam.
With the fate of the constituency hanging in the balance, voters face a critical decision in choosing their representative for the Lok Sabha. The outcome of the election will not only determine the future direction of Kollam but also contribute to the broader narrative of Indian democracy and governance.