Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Randathani Reiterates Loyalty to IUML and Panakkad Thangal Family as Controversy Diminishes

Abdurahman Randathani has removed his critical posts from Facebook after engaging in discussions with IUML State President Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal and other party leaders. He reiterated his commitment to the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) and acknowledged the influence of the Panakkad Thangal family within the party, despite not being selected to contest in the upcoming elections scheduled for April 9.

The IUML, founded in 1948, is a prominent political party in Kerala, representing the interests of the Muslim community in the state. The April polls are part of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, and the IUML has historically participated actively in the electoral landscape of Kerala, often collaborating with the United Democratic Front (UDF). Randathanis reaffirmation of loyalty is seen as an effort to maintain party unity ahead of the elections, as internal dynamics can significantly impact electoral outcomes.