Rajasthan CM reaches Thiruvananthapuram for BJP nominations​

March 22, 2026

Jaipur: Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma arrived in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday as part of his visit to Kerala during the ongoing Assembly elections.

Participation in Nomination Filings

He participated in the nomination filing ceremonies of four BJP candidates: Kerala BJP President and Nemom Assembly candidate Rajeev Chandrasekhar; Kazhakkoottam Assembly candidate V. Muraleedharan; Kattakkada Assembly candidate P. K. Krishnadas; and Vattiyoorkavu Assembly candidate R. Sreelekha.

Focus on Development Vision

Addressing the gathering, Sharma said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the people of Kerala would realise the vision of a “Developed India-Developed Kerala” by supporting BJP candidates.

He expressed confidence that the nominees, reflecting public aspirations, would lay a strong foundation for good governance and development in the state.

Call for Change in Kerala

He further stated that the people of Kerala have firmly resolved to bring about change this time.

Tributes to Leaders

During his visit, the Chief Minister also went to the BJP State Headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram and paid floral tributes to the statues of Deendayal Upadhyaya, Syama Prasad Mukherjee, and P. Parameswaran.

Temple Visit

Earlier, Sharma offered prayers at the revered Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, seeking blessings for the well-being and prosperity of the people.

Warm Welcome by Party Workers

Upon his arrival in Thiruvananthapuram, he was accorded a grand welcome by BJP workers.

Election Schedule Announced

The Election Commission of India has issued the official notification for elections to the Kerala Assembly.

Nominations can be filed until March 23; scrutiny will be held on March 24, and the last date for withdrawal is March 26. Polling will take place on April 9.

BJP Aims to Expand Presence

The Chief Minister’s presence in Kerala underscores the BJP’s efforts to strengthen its organisational base in the southern state, where it aims to expand its footprint in the upcoming polls.