V. Kunhikrishnan

V. Kunhikrishnan is an Indian politician from Kerala, formerly associated with the Communist Party of India (Marxist).

A former Kannur district committee member, he gained prominence after raising allegations of financial irregularities within the party leadership. His dissent led to his expulsion from CPI(M) in 2026.

As of March 2026, he is contesting the Kerala Assembly election from the Payyannur constituency as an independent candidate backed by the United Democratic Front, continuing his active engagement in state politics and public affairs.

By Rashmi | Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 11:20:59 AM [IST]

V. Kunhikrishnan Biography

V. Kunhikrishnan is a political figure from Kerala who was previously a member of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and served on its Kannur district committee, a key organisational body in one of the party’s strongest regions.

He came into public prominence after alleging misappropriation of funds collected for party-related activities, including contributions made for a slain party worker and local infrastructure projects. These allegations created significant internal conflict within the party structure.

Following sustained internal dissent and public accusations, he was expelled from CPI(M) in early 2026, marking a major turning point in his political career.

Subsequently, he announced his candidacy from the Payyannur Assembly constituency, positioning himself as a whistleblower challenging the CPI(M) establishment in its stronghold.

His candidature gained further significance when the United Democratic Front (UDF) decided to back him, converting the contest into a high-profile political battle in a constituency traditionally dominated by the Left.

As of March 2026, he is contesting the Kerala Assembly election from the Payyannur constituency as an independent candidate with UDF support, continuing his active engagement in state politics and public affairs.

V. Kunhikrishnan Personal Life

Full Name	V. Kunhikrishnan
Place of Birth	Kerala
Party Name	Independent
Education	Diploma
Father's Name	Kammara Poduval
Mother's Name	NA
Spouse's Name	NA
Religion	Hindu
Website	NA

V. Kunhikrishnan Net Worth

Net Worth

₹4.42 CRORE

ASSETS

₹4.42 CRORE

Liabilities

N/A

Political Timeline of V. Kunhikrishnan

2026 April: Contesting in the upcoming Kerala Assembly election from Payyannur as an independent candidate with backing from the United Democratic Front.
2026 April: Contesting in the Kerala Assembly election from Payyannur as an independent candidate with backing from the United Democratic Front.
2026 April: Contesting the Kerala Assembly election from Payyannur as an independent candidate with backing from the United Democratic Front.
2026 January: Expelled from CPI(M) following allegations against party leadership regarding fund misappropriation.
2025: Served as Kannur district committee member of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), actively involved in party organisation.

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