Bengal CPIM seeks to float ‘alternative schools’, tuition centres, health camps ahead of 2026 Assembly polls

In its first letter of the year to its ranks, the CPIM has called for the formation of grassroots-level “alternative” schools, tuition centres, and health camps to reach out to the people of West Bengal.Named “Mission 360”, the party’s directive was made with determination to make significant gains in the upcoming 2026 Assembly polls.

- GNS News Agency, May 14

However, some leaders feels the party is also placing emphasis on rebuilding its credibility through these initiatives.In its first organisational message of 2025, called the “party chithi”, the West Bengal CPIM stated, “The struggle to present alternatives is very relevant in the present time.”The party has instructed its cadre to establish at least two fully functional teaching centres in every district of the state. The message noted that party-affiliated teachers, professors and older students in higher education can be involved in the initiative.Similarly, the party has directed that health centres be set up in every area committee, where medical advice and medicines can be provided at reasonable prices. These centres can involve local doctors, nurses, medical representatives, Red Volunteers, student and youth front