Sabu K Jacob Resigns from Congress: Piravom Anoop Jacob Row Explained
Sabu K Jacob, former Piravom Municipality chairperson, has resigned from the Congress party amid escalating tensions with Piravom MLA Anoop Jacob. This Kerala political development signals deepening rifts in local Congress leadership.deshabhimani+1
Sabu K Jacob, former Piravom Municipality chairperson, has resigned from the Congress party amid escalating tensions with Piravom MLA Anoop Jacob. This Kerala political development signals deepening rifts in local Congress leadership.deshabhimani+1
Why Sabu K Jacob Quit Congress in Piravom
Sabu K Jacob stepped down on February 7, 2026, during a press meet, blaming party sidelining and clashes with Anoop Jacob. As ex-KPCC executive member, he highlighted leadership failures in Piravom Congress. The row underscores power struggles in Ernakulam's key constituency.deshabhimani+3
Sabu K Jacob stepped down on February 7, 2026, during a press meet, blaming party sidelining and clashes with Anoop Jacob. As ex-KPCC executive member, he highlighted leadership failures in Piravom Congress. The row underscores power struggles in Ernakulam's key constituency.deshabhimani+3
Anoop Jacob's Role in Piravom Congress Tensions
Anoop Jacob, veteran MLA and influential Congress figure, faces accusations of dominating Piravom politics. Sabu alleged Anoop's interference eroded his position despite dedicated service. Past frictions, including party seat disputes, add context to this resignation.facebook+3[youtube]
Anoop Jacob, veteran MLA and influential Congress figure, faces accusations of dominating Piravom politics. Sabu alleged Anoop's interference eroded his position despite dedicated service. Past frictions, including party seat disputes, add context to this resignation.facebook+3[youtube]
Impact on Kerala Congress and Piravom Politics
This Congress resignation in Piravom could weaken local organization ahead of future polls. It exposes internal dissent, potentially benefiting rivals like CPI(M). Observers note similar patterns in Kerala's factional politics.thehindu+2
Aspect Sabu K Jacob Anoop Jacob Role Ex-Chairperson, KPCC Member [deshabhimani] Current MLA [en.wikipedia] Stance Alleges sidelining [facebook] No comment yet [deshabhimani] Implications Party exit [facebook] Leadership challenge [deshabhimani]
This Congress resignation in Piravom could weaken local organization ahead of future polls. It exposes internal dissent, potentially benefiting rivals like CPI(M). Observers note similar patterns in Kerala's factional politics.thehindu+2
| Aspect | Sabu K Jacob | Anoop Jacob |
|---|---|---|
| Role | Ex-Chairperson, KPCC Member [deshabhimani] | Current MLA [en.wikipedia] |
| Stance | Alleges sidelining [facebook] | No comment yet [deshabhimani] |
| Implications | Party exit [facebook] | Leadership challenge [deshabhimani] |
