Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Postal Vote Counting Shows Close Race Between Left and Congress
Assembly Elections 2026: Postal votes counting underway as its neck-and-neck between Left and Cong in Kerala
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Counting of postal votes for the 2026 Kerala Legislative Assembly elections has begun, with the Left Democratic Front (LDF) slightly ahead of the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF). The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has secured one seat, marking its entry into the contest.
- 01Counting of postal votes has started in Kerala, showing a tight race between LDF and UDF.
- 02The LDF, led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, aims for a third consecutive term.
- 03UDF is campaigning on anti-incumbency issues like rising prices and unemployment.
- 04NDA has opened its account in one seat and aims to increase its vote share.
- 05Key constituencies to watch include Dharmadam, Paravur, and Thrissur.
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The counting of postal votes for the 2026 Kerala Legislative Assembly elections has commenced, revealing an intense competition primarily between the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF). Early trends indicate the LDF is leading, while the UDF is closely trailing behind. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has made its mark by securing one seat. The counting began at 8 a.m. across 140 constituencies, with postal ballots being counted first, followed by votes from electronic voting machines. Initial trends are expected by 9 a.m., with a clearer picture anticipated by 10 a.m. The UDF is focusing on anti-incumbency sentiments, citing issues like rising prices and unemployment, while the LDF is banking on its governance record and welfare measures to secure a third consecutive term. The NDA aims to enhance its vote share and establish itself as a potential kingmaker in this closely contested election, with key constituencies including Dharmadam and Thrissur under close scrutiny as counting progresses under tight security.
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The election results will determine the governance and policy direction for Kerala, impacting various sectors including welfare, infrastructure, and economic policies.
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