•Fishermen in Kerala, particularly the Latin Catholic community, will base their votes on political parties' manifestos, feeling neglected by past governments.
•Concerns include the lack of full benefits from Vizhinjam port development for displaced communities and unresolved issues like housing and job creation.
•Muthalapozhi faces critical issues with seawall construction and dredging, despite a Rs 106 crore allocation, leading to fatal accidents.
•Coastal communities battle sea erosion and climate change impacts, with successful seawall projects in Chellanam serving as a model for other areas.
•Other key issues include declining fish catches, the Blue Economy initiative's impact, and a persistent drinking water crisis in areas like Vizhinjam.
