CPM’s Shift from Red to Blue Sparks Political Controversy

Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, March 24, 2025, Kolkata : The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) has made a striking shift in its visual identity, transitioning from its traditional red to a sky-blue theme on social media. The party’s cover photo and display picture now feature a blue sky, a yellow hammer and sickle, and white clouds. This unexpected change has ignited intense political discussions, raising questions about the CPM’s motives behind the transformation.

Political circles are abuzz with speculation about whether the party is strategically adopting blue—a color often associated with the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC)—to reposition itself in Bengal’s political landscape. The cover photo also highlights the upcoming Brigade rally scheduled for April 20, adding further intrigue to the timing of the change.

TMC leader Debangshu Bhattacharya was quick to take a dig at the CPM, mocking the color shift in a social media post. Sharing an image of the updated CPM logo, he provocatively asked, "What is the perfect headline for this picture?" He further suggested, "Has CPM merged with blue and white?" Borrowing a line from Rupam Islam’s song, he quipped, "Today, blue has mixed with red?"

In a more pointed critique, Debangshu wrote sarcastically, "CPM, floating in space, has released its official display picture today?" He went on to remark that while various political groups have embraced blue over time, only six percent of the CPM’s base was left to do so—implying that the party has now completed the transition. Taking the metaphor further, he compared the party’s situation to astronaut Sunita Williams’ return to Earth after spending nine months in space, remarking that the CPM has been politically adrift for four years with no certainty of returning to solid ground even in the next five years.

The sudden visual shift has given rise to widespread debate over whether this is a tactical move to appeal to a broader voter base or a mere aesthetic change. While CPM leaders have yet to respond to the speculation, the controversy has already intensified discussions ahead of the crucial Brigade rally, making it a focal point for political observers in Bengal.