The Kerala assembly elections held on Thursday witnessed an impressive voter turnout of over 78%, surpassing the 74.06% recorded in the 2021 elections. This turnout reflects a strong engagement from undecided voters, who could play a decisive role in the elections. With 883 candidates contesting in 140 constituencies, the competition is primarily between the CPI (M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the United Democratic Front (UDF), alongside the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). CPI(M) leader C N Mohanan expressed confidence that the increased turnout would favor the LDF, attributing it to their mobilization efforts. Conversely, BJP's Ernakulam district president K S Shaiju noted that the rise in women voters could benefit the BJP. Congress leader Deepthi Mary Varghese emphasized the need for a detailed analysis of the turnout trends, suggesting that higher voter participation typically favors the UDF. The Chief Electoral Officer, Rathan U Kelkar, is optimistic about achieving a 90% turnout. The elections will determine if the LDF can secure a rare third consecutive term, if the UDF can make a comeback, or if the NDA can gain a foothold in Kerala's political landscape. The results are expected on May 4.