The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is likely to dash Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s hopes of securing a third consecutive term in Kerala. Exit polls indicate that the UDF could secure between 70-75 seats in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections.
In contrast, the Left Democratic Front (LDF) is projected to win only 60-65 seats. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) might struggle, with forecasts suggesting they could gain just 3-5 seats. The majority mark in the Kerala Assembly stands at 71 seats, making this election critical.
This election follows a historic verdict in 2021 when the LDF broke Kerala’s long-standing pattern of alternating governments every five years. Voter turnout was notably high this year at 78.27%, reflecting strong engagement among constituents.
Key projections from exit polls:
- The UDF is expected to win between 70-75 seats according to P-Marq.
- The LDF’s projected range is between 60-65 seats.
- The NDA may secure 3-5 seats based on current predictions.
- The UDF aims to replace the current LDF government.
While these forecasts paint a promising picture for the UDF, it’s essential to remember that exit polls are just predictions based on surveys and can turn out to be wrong on result day (May 4). Still, if these projections hold true, it would mark a significant shift in Kerala’s political landscape, challenging the dominance of Pinarayi Vijayan and his party.
