UDF stuck in seat-sharing showdown in Kottayam
UDF leaders in Kottayam are struggling to finalize their candidate list for the upcoming elections due to stalled negotiations with the Kerala Congress. While Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan and Chandy Oommen are expected to be re-elected, consensus on the remaining five seats remains elusive. The Congress is facing internal resistance in some areas, including Vaikom, where local factions oppose the nomination of Sunny Kapikad. The UDF faces a fierce competition for several seats within the district.
14 MAR 2026
— 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.
15 MAR 2026
— The Hindu
Congress workers in Thiruvananthapuram are protesting the reported decision to field Ramya Haridas as their candidate for Chirayinkeezhu, demanding a local candidate.
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