M. Anilkumar

Election Context

Elected during the 2020 local body elections where LDF secured a majority in Kochi Corporation. The election saw high voter turnout of 73% amid COVID-19 pandemic protocols. Anilkumar, a former health standing committee chairman, was chosen for his experience in crisis management.

Achievements

• Efficient COVID-19 response with community kitchens serving 50,000 daily
• Accelerated Smart City project implementation
• Introduced transparent e-tendering for all corporation contracts
• Launched senior citizen welfare programs

Missteps & Criticisms

• Delayed response to waterlogging complaints in eastern wards
• Controversial road widening project displacing vendors
• Budget overruns in convention center construction

Personal Promises