Manjeshwar election results 2026: IUML’s A.K.M. Ashraf wins by 29,252 votes against BJP’s K. Surendran

Indian Union Muslim League candidate A.K.M. Ashraf won the 2026 Kerala Assembly election from Manjeshwar by 29,252 votes against BJP candidate K. Surendran, while K.R. Jayananda contested from CPI(M).Manjeshwar, located in Kerala’s Kasaragod district, is the state’s northernmost assembly constituency and part of the Kasaragod Lok Sabha seat. The segment is known for its coastal geography, border proximity to Karnataka, and a socially diverse voter base, making it one of north Kerala’s most politically sensitive constituencies. Manjeshwar, located in Kerala’s Kasaragod district, is the state’s northernmost assembly constituency and part of the Kasaragod Lok Sabha seat. The segment is known for its coastal geography, border proximity to Karnataka, and a socially diverse voter base, making it one of north Kerala’s most politically sensitive constituencies.Traditionally, Manjeshwar has witnessed tight contests, mainly between the IUML-led UDF and the BJP, with the Left also retaining a presence. The seat drew statewide attention in recent elections due to razor-thin victory margins, turning it into a key battleground where campaign intensity remains high throughout the poll season.