Kerala witnessed a high-stakes triangular contest on Thursday, April 9, 2026, as the state voted for its 140-member Legislative Assembly. By 3 PM, a voter turnout of 62.71% was recorded, reflecting strong engagement from a politically aware electorate. The ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF), led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, is seeking a historic third consecutive term, banking on its governance and welfare record. Meanwhile, the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is eying a comeback by capitalising on anti-incumbency sentiments. The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) aims to expand its footprint, with State President Rajeev Chandrasekhar contesting from the key Nemom seat against LDF’s V. Sivankutty. Prominent figures including KK Shailaja, Sunny Joseph, and several Malayalam film stars like Mammootty and Mohanlal were seen casting their votes. Key issues such as unemployment, price rise, and development dominated the campaigns. The results for this crucial election are scheduled to be declared on May 4, 2026.
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