Bifurcation of wards in Kozhikode Corporation likely

The State Delimitation Commission has announced the delimitation of three-tier panchayats ahead of the local body polls, leading to rumors about possible bifurcation of wards in the Kozhikode Corporation and its political implications. While predictions suggest around seven additional wards may be added based on voter turnout, the criteria for delimitation is still uncertain. The UDF council party leader in the civic body, K.C. Shobhita, emphasized that population, not voter numbers, should be the basis for delimitation. The UDF suspects manipulation in the delimitation process, especially with the recent appointment of retired employees in the Corporation. The political dynamics in the Corporation may change with further division of wards.