
Communist Party of India
One of India's historic communist parties, founded in 1925. CPI advocates Marxism-Leninism, workers' and farmers' rights, secularism, social justice and public-sector-oriented economic policies.
Party President
Party History
- 1925CPI founded
The Communist Party of India was founded in 1925.
- 1951Legal political activity
CPI adopted a revised political line and became an established parliamentary political force.
- 1964Split and CPI(M) formation
A major ideological split led to formation of the Communist Party of India (Marxist).
- 1977National political role
CPI remained an important parliamentary Left party and participated in national opposition politics.
- 2023National status review
The ECI withdrew national-party recognition from CPI as part of its 2023 review.
Top Leadership
- DRD. Raja
- AKAmarjeet Kaur
- ARAnnie Raja
Election Performance
(Lok Sabha)State-wise Strength
(4 states)- Kerala
- Tamil Nadu
- Odisha
- Bihar
Financial Overview
No financial statements on record.
Organisational Structure
A network reaching from the national council down to booth level.
Major Policies & Agenda
Protection of labour rights, wages, unions and social security.
Support for farmers, agricultural workers and stronger public investment.
Defence of secular and democratic institutions.
Strong public education, healthcare and welfare systems.
Policies aimed at reducing inequality and strengthening public-sector institutions.
Ideology & Vision
CPI seeks a socialist and democratic political-economic order with stronger rights for workers, peasants and disadvantaged communities.
Alliances
- INDIA blocAssociated
- Left Democratic FrontAssociated
Symbol & Colours

- Red
Connect with CPI
Key Highlights
Past Presidents
(1)- D. Raja – present
All information is sourced from official and public records.
