Nemom, Palakkad, Thrissur, Vattiyoorkavu, Kazhakkoottam — high-stakes three-cornered contests. BJP's growth, UDF's comeback bid, and LDF's defence define these crucial seats.
Every election, a handful of constituencies define the political direction of the state. In 2026, these are the ones to watch.
The only seat BJP has ever won in Kerala (2016), lost by a narrow margin in 2021. This time: Rajeev Chandrasekhar (BJP) vs V Sivankutty (CPM) vs KS Sabarinadhan (Congress) — a fierce three-way contest.
The epicentre of the campaign's first major controversy — a Congress-alleged CPM-BJP "deal." Congress fielded TV comedian and actor Ramesh Pisharody as candidate, a surprise choice. Two first-timers take on a seasoned BJP face.
Known for razor-thin margins. The three-cornered contest here makes every election unpredictable.
A constituency reflecting BJP's growing influence. Kerala's first female IPS officer R Sreelekha is the BJP candidate — a strong three-cornered fight.
A promising constituency for BJP. Kadakampally Surendran vs former Union Minister V Muraleedharan (BJP) — a high-profile battle.
North Kerala's Malabar belt is the traditional LDF-UDF battleground. The outcome here often determines who forms the government.