Communist Party of India (Marxist)
Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)), founded in 1964, is a major political party in India. Explore its latest activities, statements, and role in the current political landscape.
Current vs. Opposition
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Ruling Party (National)
Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M))
Opposition Party
History & Achievements
History
Formed November 1964 when a faction broke from the CPI over ideological differences. Led the longest continuously elected communist government in the world in West Bengal (1977-2011) and repeatedly governed Kerala.
Achievements
West Bengal governments implemented land reforms for sharecroppers; Kerala governments credited with strong public health/literacy outcomes. Lost the 2026 Kerala election, ending the last communist-led state government in India.
Communist Party of India (Marxist) News
Kerala CPI(M) State Committee Meeting: Party Retains Top Leadership Amid Organisational Review
The CPI(M) extended state committee meeting in Kozhikode concluded with limited organisational changes and no replacement of the party’s top leadership. The meeting focused on strengthening the organisation and addressing concerns following the party’s loss of power in Kerala.
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Kerala Politics Heats Up as ED Action Puts Pinarayi Vijayan Under Fresh Pressure
Kerala politics has entered a fresh phase of confrontation after the Enforcement Directorate asked state police to register a case against former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena Vijayan and others. The development has triggered a new political battle between the ruling UDF and the opposition CPI(M)-led camp.
