V Sivankutty, the General Education Minister of Kerala, addressed claims of anti-incumbency against the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) during a recent event in Thiruvananthapuram. He stated that there is no visible sentiment among the populace opposing the government, asserting that even surveys from the opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) suggest that efforts to foster an anti-incumbency narrative could backfire. Sivankutty highlighted the LDF's effective governance and its commitment to welfare measures, including increased pensions and new benefits. He expressed confidence that these factors would contribute to the LDF retaining power in the upcoming 2026 Kerala Assembly elections. Additionally, he remarked on the low turnout at a recent roadshow by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, suggesting that many attendees were brought in by vehicles to create a false impression of support.