Kerala’s Assembly election results are set to shape the state’s next political chapter as counting begins for the April 9 polls. The ruling LDF faces the opposition UDF, while the BJP-led NDA seeks impact in a tightly contested race. Exit polls point to a close fight, with the UDF targeting an end to LDF’s decade-long hold.
Kerala’s 2026 assembly elections drew a record 78.27% voter turnout, with exit polls pointing to a tight contest between the UDF and LDF. With results due on May 4, the political focus is shifting beyond local issues to whether the Middle East crisis could disrupt the state’s deep Gulf connections and influence how voters decide.
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