Another long time CPI(M) leader Madhu Mullassery exits party; likely to join BJP

Madhu Mullassery, a 42-year member of the CPI(M), has left the party citing difficulties with district secretary V Joy and claims of internal mistreatment. His exit follows a similar move by Bipin C Babu, who joined the BJP, criticizing the CPI(M)'s shift away from its secular principles.