VV Giridharan, UDF candidate contesting from Kalarivathukal West ward of Valapattanam.
Even as candidates intensify house visits in their respective local body wards, VV Giridharan, 70, Congress candidate in Kalarivathukal West Valapattanam grama panchayat ward has already grabbed public attention. His distinctive long and white moustache, which he has grown since serving in the military, has made him a social media sensation.
Mr. Giridharan aims to win back the ward that the BJP lost in the previous elections. He says the moustache, a tradition and a symbol of pride in the military, requires careful maintenance, but now people will instantly recognize it during the campaign. His photos and reels have gone viral and are attracting attention outside the department.
In electoral politics, Mr. Giridharan entered public life through his late brother-in-law Janardanan, a former member of the Congress corps. He believes internal rifts helped the BJP win earlier. but he is confident that he will ensure victory for the UDF this time.
Published – 20 Nov 2025 23:06 IST
