Kerala Local Body Election 2025

16,589 Kudumbashree Members to Contest in Upcoming Local Body Elections

A total of 16,589 Kudumbashree members, including 227 CDS chairpersons and 1,985 CDS members, are contesting in the upcoming local body elections in Kerala. Alappuzha has the highest number of candidates, while Idukki has the lowest. Attappady Special Project fields 35 contestants.

Congress Prefers Jamaat-e-Islami in Kerala Local Body Polls, Allies Push Back

A notable example of the shifting internal dynamics is seen in Paravoor, the constituency of Opposition Leader V D Satheesan, where the Welfare Party was allocated more seats than the Indian Union Muslim League.

Kerala Local Body Elections: 33,711 Polling Stations and Extensive Measures for Smooth Voting

If the Presiding Officer determines that a voter cannot vote independently, assistance may be provided by a helper aged above 18. In such cases, an ink mark will be applied to the left index finger of the voter and the right index finger of the helper.

Kerala Local Body Election: Postal Ballot Only for Officials on Duty

The distribution of postal ballots for officials assigned election duty in the upcoming local body polls in Kerala began on Wednesday.

Kerala to Set Up 33,711 Polling Stations for Local Body Elections; Green Protocol, Inclusive Facilities Mandated

Kerala will establish 33,711 polling stations for the upcoming local body elections, with strict green protocol and mandatory facilities including drinking water, electricity, toilets, and voter waiting areas. The State Election Commission has also issued special guidelines for senior citizens, differently abled, and visually challenged voters, ensuring accessible voting and assistance procedures.

Postal Ballots Reserved for Election Duty Officials Only

Kerala Election Commission allows postal ballots exclusively for officials on election duty; applications to be submitted via local election officers.

Rajeev Chandrasekhar Links Muslim Representation Directly to BJP Votes

Rajeev Chandrasekhar says Muslim community’s voting patterns prevent Muslim ministers in BJP-led Union Cabinet.

Not 'IPS', But 'Retired'; Election Commission Removes BJP Candidate Sreelakha's Title

Sreelakha, who is contesting as the BJP candidate in the ward, came under scrutiny after a complaint was filed by another candidate, T.S. Rashmi. The complaint highlighted that using the 'IPS' title after retirement is prohibited in election campaigns, leading to the Election Commission's action.

Local Body Election: UDF Faces Widespread Dissidence Across Kerala

In Pathanamthitta municipality’s 16th ward, Youth Congress district secretary Bibin Baby, Congress mandalam president Renees Muhammed, and secretary Ashraf are contesting as candidates.

Rebellion Erupts Across UDF as Allies Field Candidates Against Congress in Over 15 Wards in Thiruvananthapuram

Rebellion has broken out within the UDF as alliance partners—KC(J), IUML, RSP and CMP—field candidates against the Congress in over 15 wards across Thiruvananthapuram district. Internal disputes, unilateral candidate selection, and factionalism have triggered chaos, especially in Kuttichal and Thiruvananthapuram Corporation.

Kerala Local Body Election: BJP Has No Candidates in 3,008 Wards

BJP’s absence in these constituencies may be a strategic move to indirectly support the United Democratic Front (UDF). There are also claims that the Congress is offering reciprocal assistance by allowing BJP leaders to contest in certain wards through ally accommodations

Kerala Local Body Elections: Final Candidate List Out; LDF Gains Early Edge With 15 Unopposed Wins

Kerala’s final list for the local body elections is out, with 72,005 candidates contesting across 23,576 wards. The LDF gains an early lead with 15 unopposed victories, while the UDF faces setbacks amid internal dissent and controversies, including allegations linked to MLA Rahul Mankootathil. Campaign narratives intensify as alliances and rebel issues shape the electoral landscape.

72,005 Candidates to Contest Kerala Local Body Elections

Kerala gears up for local body elections with 72,005 candidates contesting across 1,199 local bodies and 23,576 wards statewide.

Congress Grapples With Deepening Internal Turmoil Ahead of Local Body Elections

KPCC faces widening factional rifts as resignations, rebels and disputes erupt across key districts in Kerala.

LDF Secures Two More Unopposed Wins in Anthoor After UDF Nomination Rejections

The LDF has won two more wards unopposed in Anthoor Municipality after UDF nominations were rejected over forged signatures. CPI(M) candidates E. Rajitha and K. V. Premarajan were declared elected, bringing the total unopposed LDF wins in Anthoor to five and statewide to 13. Returning officials invalidated the UDF papers after proposers confirmed they had not signed the documents.