In Idukki, all three fronts promise solution to human-wildlife conflicts

LDF candidate Joice George interacting with local people and party workers at First Mile, near Kumily, in Idukki. (Source: JOMON PAMPAVALLEY)

NDA candidate Sangeetha Vishwanathan interacting with college students at Valiyathovala, near Kattappana, in Idukki. (Source: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT)

In the sweltering heat, Kootharppallil Babu, a differently abled man, is waiting patiently at his quiet village of Valiapara, near Kumily, to garland Dean Kuriakose, the United Democratic Front (UDF) candidate in the Idukki Lok Sabha constituency. Despite the campaign vehicle arriving nearly two hours behind schedule, Mr. Babu has no complaints. “Only Congress can save the country,” he declares confidently.