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DMK candidate T. M. Rajendran secured victory in the Kadayanallur Assembly election by a margin of 6,253 votes. This win comes against AIADMK's C. Krishnamurali, the incumbent MLA. The constituency, located in Tenkasi district, faces significant issues including irrigation, rural infrastructure, and youth employment.

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The result carried added significance as Sengottaiyan, a veteran leader with deep roots in the region, shifted from AIADMK to TVK, giving the contest unusual importance. His win suggested his personal influence remained strong and that voters in Gobichettipalayam transferred their trust to him despite his change in party affiliation.

Nenmara, a CPI(M) stronghold in Kerala's Palakkad district, boasts high voter turnout and a history of LDF dominance. The constituency, nestled near the Parambikulam Tiger Reserve, is set for a contest influenced by eco-tourism, agrarian issues, and tribal outreach. As 2026 nears, the CPI(M) faces challenges from UDF and BJP in this key seat.

Congress leadership intervened as supporters of opposition leader V D Satheesan held demonstrations across Kerala, demanding his appointment as the next chief minister. Some activists allegedly tore down posters of AICC leader K C Venugopal, also a contender for the post, prompting the KPCC to direct workers to refrain from such actions.

Thiruthuraipoondi, a reserved constituency in Thiruvarur, has consistently favored the Communist Party of India (CPI). In the 2021 Assembly elections, CPI's K Marimuthu secured a decisive victory with 97,092 votes, a trend mirroring previous wins by CPI candidates in 2016 and 2011.

Palaniswami secured 85,553 votes and is leading by 54,458 in the Edappadi constituency.

Following TVK's electoral success, AIADMK factions engaged in backroom dealings to form a government, with one group attempting to ally with TVK while the party's general secretary sought a tie-up with DMK. These maneuvers ultimately failed as Left parties opted to support TVK, thwarting the Dravidian majors' plans.

DMK candidate Karunanithi K has won the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election in Kovilpatti, defeating Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam candidate Balasubramanian S and AIADMK candidate Kadambur Raju C. The constituency, known for its industrial base, faced key issues like water scarcity and unemployment. Kadambur Raju, the incumbent MLA, was previously elected in 2021.

Early trends for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections show a significant shift, with the Congress-led UDF projected for a commanding victory, leading in over 100 seats. The ruling LDF faces strong anti-incumbency, while the BJP remains a marginal player. This outcome suggests a return to Kerala's traditional pattern of alternating governments.

Kunnamkulam, a CPI(M) stronghold in Thrissur, Kerala, consistently backs the LDF, driven by agrarian support and minority outreach. The constituency, with over 200,000 voters, has seen decisive LDF victories in recent elections. As 2026 approaches, farm welfare and coastal development remain key issues, with BJP and UDF vying for influence in this vital political arena.

In a strategic move, Congress has extended a conditional olive branch to C Joseph Vijay's TVK party, which is just 10 seats shy of securing the reins of power in Tamil Nadu. This support is contingent upon TVK distancing itself from communal forces within the NDA.

Chelakkara, a Scheduled Caste reserved seat in Kerala's Thrissur district, has been an LDF stronghold, primarily held by CPI(M) since 2011. The constituency, with a significant Dalit population, has consistently seen high voter turnout and comfortable victory margins for the ruling front. Rural development and SC empowerment are key issues shaping the electoral landscape.

It is for the sixth time that EPS is winning in Edappadi since 1981. He lost in the constituency in 1996 and 2006.

Vaikom, a reserved SC seat in Kerala's Kottayam district, has been a stronghold for the CPI (LDF) since 2001. Current MLA C.K. Asha, also Women & Child Development Minister, secured a decisive victory in 2021. The constituency faces challenges like agricultural distress, poor infrastructure, and SC welfare needs, yet LDF maintains its dominance in this agrarian region.

In Kerala's Parassala, CPI(M)'s C K Hareendran secured victory with 69,149 votes, defeating INC's Neyyattinkara Sanal by a margin of 15,013 votes. The constituency, characterized by its coastal border economy, faces challenges including coastal erosion, youth unemployment, and infrastructure deficits.

With the LDF's victory in Kerala, the race for Chief Minister heats up. A leaked list, shared by the BJP, suggests K C Venugopal might be favored by a majority of Congress MLAs. However, one MLA claims his preference was omitted, raising questions about the consultation process. V D Satheesan and Ramesh Chennithala are also contenders.

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