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MA Baby Elected CPI(M) General Secretary in Leadership Restructuring

The CPI(M)'s 24th All India Conference marks a generational shift, with MA Baby assuming leadership and senior figures transitioning to advisory roles.

MA Baby was elected as the CPI(M) general secretary during the 24th party congress, in Madurai.
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Overview

  • MA Baby, a veteran CPI(M) leader and former Kerala Education Minister, was elected General Secretary during the 24th All India Conference in Madurai on April 6, 2025.
  • The party announced a restructured leadership, including an 85-member Central Committee with 20% women and an 18-member Polit Bureau.
  • Prakash and Brinda Karat, along with Manik Sarkar, stepped down from the Politburo and will now serve as special invitees to the Central Committee in advisory roles.
  • This leadership transition follows the death of former General Secretary Sitaram Yechury in September 2024, with Prakash Karat serving as interim coordinator until now.
  • The changes reflect the party's focus on generational renewal, gender inclusivity, and strategic adaptation to contemporary political challenges.