Kerala Congress Demands Karthik Premachandran for 2026 Elections

17 UPDATES · 13 DAYS · 3 MAR 2026 — 15 MAR 2026

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Latest · 15 Mar 2026

Congress workers in Thiruvananthapuram are protesting the reported decision to field Ramya Haridas as their candidate for Chirayinkeezhu, demanding a local candidate.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the evolving political landscape in Kerala leading up to the 2026 Assembly elections, including reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments of the changing dynamics among the BJP, LDF, and Congress parties; it excludes other political actions and events in Kerala unless they are direct developments or consequences of the shifts in the political landscape described in this event.

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3Mar

STORY BEGINS — The Hindu

Has Kerala’s political landscape reached an inflection point?

4Mar

The Hindu

Congress leaders in Kollam are demanding that Karthik Premachandran be nominated for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections to ensure victory for the UDF.

7Mar

The Hindu

The RJD is seeking to expand its electoral footprint in the Kerala Assembly elections by requesting additional seats.

8Mar

The Hindu

IUML leaders are protesting a potential seat allocation to Kerala Congress in Thrikkarippur, citing a lack of organizational base for the party.

The Hindu

The LDF is criticizing Rahul Gandhi's promise of free travel for women on public transport buses, alleging it will harm the financially struggling KSRTC.

10Mar

The Hindu

The Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) issued a warning against premature candidate declarations and seat-sharing arrangements for the upcoming Assembly elections.

The Hindu

The BJP is negotiating seat-sharing agreements with its allies, including the BDJS and Twenty20, to determine its electoral strategy for the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections.

12Mar

The Hindu

UDF leaders in Kottayam are unable to finalize their candidate list due to disagreements with the Kerala Congress.

The Hindu

The LDF is pivoting its campaign in the Kollam constituency to emphasize infrastructure development, facing a challenge from the UDF's traditional coastal strength.

13Mar

The Hindu

The Kerala Congress (M) has selected Roshy Augustine as its candidate for the Idukki constituency in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections.

The Hindu

Former Congress president K. Sudhakaran is considering a potential revolt within the party after the AICC's decision to exclude MPs from contesting Kerala Assembly elections.

14Mar

The Hindu

The Kerala government reversed its stance on women's entry at Sabarimala, according to Congress leader K.C. Venugopal, in anticipation of upcoming elections.

The Hindu

The Sivagiri Madhom has urged political parties to ensure adequate representation for backward communities in upcoming Assembly elections.

The Hindu

The Kerala government's stance on women's entry into the Sabarimala temple remains unchanged despite opposition accusations of a political shift.

The Hindu

The Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee faces a conflict as four sitting MPs, including K. Sudhakaran, publicly declare their intention to contest Assembly elections, defying central leadership directives.

The Hindu

The Ollur constituency in Kerala is poised for a close election between the LDF and UDF, with the BJP also gaining traction among urban voters.

15Mar

LATEST UPDATE — The Hindu

Congress workers in Thiruvananthapuram are protesting the reported decision to field Ramya Haridas as their candidate for Chirayinkeezhu, demanding a local candidate.

Story concluded