Full Candidate List (Ernakulam – Candidates 10)
- Hibi Eden – UDF – Hand
- KJ Shine Teacher – LDF – Hammer, Sickle and Star
- Dr K S Radhakrishnan – NDA – Lotus
- Vayalar Jayakumar – Bahujan Samaj Party – Elephant
- Adv Antony Judy – Twenty 20 Party – Autorickshaw
- Prathapan – Bahujan Dravida Party – Diamond
- Brahmakumar – SUCI – Battery Torch
- Rohit Krishnan – Independent – Laptop
- Sandeep Rajendraprasad – Independent – Boat and Oarsman
- Cyrill Skaria – Independent – Pen Nib and Seven Rays
Ernakulam braces itself for a pivotal Lok Sabha election in 2024, featuring a dynamic lineup of ten candidates representing various political parties and standing as independent contenders. With a wide range of symbols representing diverse ideologies and promises, the electoral landscape in Ernakulam promises to be dynamic and captivating.
At the forefront of the contest is Hibi Eden, representing the United Democratic Front (UDF), symbolized by the hand. Eden’s candidacy embodies the UDF’s commitment to inclusive governance and social welfare, offering voters a platform focused on development and progress for Ernakulam.
Challenging Eden’s bid for representation is KJ Shine Teacher of the Left Democratic Front (LDF), symbolized by the hammer, sickle, and star. Shine Teacher brings with him a legacy of grassroots activism and socialist principles, promising to advocate for the rights of the working class and marginalized communities.
Dr. K S Radhakrishnan stands as the candidate for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), symbolized by the lotus, advocating for cultural revival and economic development in the constituency.
Vayalar Jayakumar represents the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), symbolized by the elephant, advocating for the rights and empowerment of marginalized communities in Ernakulam.
Adv Antony Judy enters the fray under the banner of the Twenty 20 Party, symbolized by the autorickshaw, aiming to address the economic needs and infrastructure challenges facing Ernakulam.
Prathapan stands as the candidate for the Bahujan Dravida Party, symbolized by the diamond, promising to champion the rights and welfare of Dalits and other marginalized groups in the constituency.
Brahmakumar represents the Socialist Unity Centre of India (SUCI), symbolized by the battery torch, aiming to illuminate the path towards socialist ideals and workers’ rights in Ernakulam.
In addition to the party candidates, three independent contenders have thrown their hats into the ring, each with their unique symbols and agendas. Rohit Krishnan, symbolized by the laptop, seeks to bring a fresh perspective to governance and policymaking in Ernakulam.
Sandeep Rajendraprasad, symbolized by the boat and oarsman, aims to address the challenges of waterways and transportation in the coastal areas of Ernakulam.
Cyrill Skaria, symbolized by the pen nib and seven rays, emphasizes the importance of education and intellectual development in the constituency.
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 environmental sustainability are expected to dominate the electoral discourse, shaping the preferences of voters in Ernakulam.
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 Ernakulam but also contribute to the broader narrative of Indian democracy and governance.