Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Ten Out of Thirteen Incumbent MLAs in Kozhikode to Seek Re-Election; CPI(M) Does Not Field Woman Candidate

In the aftermath of the 2021 Kerala Legislative Assembly elections, the political landscape in Kozhikode revealed a significant dominance of the Left Democratic Front (LDF), which secured 11 of the total 14 Legislative Assembly seats in the district. In contrast, the United Democratic Front (UDF) managed to elect only two representatives.

The LDF, a coalition led by the Communist Party of India (Marxist), has historically had a strong presence in the state, and its performance in Kozhikode reflects this trend. The UDF, primarily comprising the Indian National Congress and its allies, has faced challenges in maintaining its electoral foothold in the region.

The results in Kozhikode are indicative of broader voting patterns observed across Kerala, where the LDF has been successful in implementing various welfare schemes and developmental projects, bolstering its appeal among voters. The next legislative elections are expected to be closely contested as both fronts strategize to reshape their presence and influence in the region.