Kerala Governor Dissolves 15th Legislative Assembly Following Election Results
Kerala Governor dissolves 15th Legislative Assembly
The Hindu
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Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar dissolved the 15th Legislative Assembly on May 6, 2026, after the Congress-led United Democratic Front won 102 of 140 seats in the recent elections. The CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front faced a significant defeat, securing only 35 seats.
- 01Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar dissolved the 15th Legislative Assembly.
- 02The dissolution was effective from May 6, 2026.
- 03The Congress-led United Democratic Front won 102 out of 140 seats.
- 04The CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front suffered a major defeat with only 35 seats.
- 05The BJP made gains by winning three seats in the Assembly.
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On May 6, 2026, Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar officially dissolved the 15th Legislative Assembly, as stated in a gazette notification. This decision came after the results of the Kerala Assembly elections held on April 9, where the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) achieved a decisive victory, winning 102 of the 140 available seats. In contrast, the CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) faced a significant setback, securing only 35 seats. Additionally, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) gained a presence in the state by winning three seats. The dissolution marks a pivotal moment in Kerala's political landscape, following a shift in power dynamics.
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The dissolution of the Legislative Assembly will lead to the formation of a new government, affecting governance and policy direction in Kerala.
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