The Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)], Congress, and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are gearing up for an early byelection in the Puthuppally Assembly constituency.
The seat has been left vacant following the death of former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy. They anticipate the Election Commission of India (ECI) to hold the bypoll along with elections in five States in November-December.