It is learnt that the strong backing of RSS helped Rajesh to stake a claim for the coveted post. VV RajeshA graduate in Law, VV Rajesh is currently serving as the state secretary of the BJP. She represents the Karumam ward. Ashanath's maiden victory was in the 2017 bypoll, following the death of councillor Karumam Chandran. A senior local leader of the party, Chandran, died of an electric shock from an iron box.

Source: Indian Express December 26, 2025 15:41 UTC