Thiruvananthapuram: CPM state secretary M V Govindan on Monday said the LDF would examine the reasons behind its defeat in the Kerala Assembly elections and take corrective measures.

Speaking to reporters here after the election verdict, Govindan said every aspect that led to the defeat would be analysed.

He thanked LDF workers and the people who voted for the front.

"The LDF will evaluate and study the defeat, after which required corrections will be made. We expect the support of the people for it," he said.

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On defeats in traditional party strongholds, Govindan said the LDF had suffered a major setback across Kerala.

"We will carry out effective organisational work to correct the issues that led to the defeat," he said.

Regarding CPM rebel leaders and their impact on the results, he said there would be a detailed examination of the reasons and corrective steps would be taken.

"The party has generally received votes, but it requires detailed analysis. We cannot say at this stage whether there was any consolidation," he said. (PTI)