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Kerala Assembly Election 2026: Kochi's divided outlook on next state government

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From its tranquil backwaters to its bustling business districts, Kochi stands at the crossroads of tradition and modernity. As Kerala prepares for the next Assembly elections, the city’s political pulse is once again in focus.

The city has traditionally leaned towards the United Democratic Front (UDF), a pattern that continued in the recent local body elections last month, when the UDF regained control of the Kochi Corporation from the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF). Ernakulam district has long been considered a UDF bastion, with the alliance securing nine seats in the 2021 Assembly polls, despite a strong pro-Left wave across much of the state.

With Assembly elections expected to be announced soon, there is a sense among sections of the electorate that the time may be ripe for change. Yet, voter opinion remains divided. While some residents are seeking an alternative, others acknowledge the work done by the LDF government, with several praising its governance record.

Issues such as the Sabarimala gold loss case and concerns over the growing communal narrative in Kerala are emerging as important talking points ahead of the polls.

The Kerala Assembly elections are expected to be held between March and April 2026, and Kochi is likely to play a key role in shaping the broader electoral outcome. 

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