For decades, these hand-painted symbols and slogans have been a defining feature of the state's campaign culture. But this election season, a technological twist is turning heads and walls across select constituencies.

Meet 'Chuvarbot', a robot designed to paint political graffiti on outdoor surfaces. The name combines 'Chuvar', the Malayalam word for 'wall', and 'bot', reflecting its robotic nature. Built to handle rough and uneven surfaces, the machine is capable of etching party symbols and slogans with precision.

Initially, the creators tested Chuvarbot cautiously on unused walls, wary of potential backlash if it damaged public spaces. However, once its capabilities were demonstrated, political campaign teams quickly took notice. Impressed by the results, several groups approached the developers to deploy the robot as part of their outreach efforts.

Though still in its prototype stage, Chuvarbot is already making its presence felt in Kerala's high-energy election landscape. Its use signals a shift towards automation in campaign strategies, raising questions about the future of traditional wall artists who have long been part of the political process.