Kerala elections 2026 SWOT analysis: Hat-trick for Pinarayi Vijayan or UDF comeback?

Kerala braces for a complex election as chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan seeks a rare third term. The traditional LDF-UDF rivalry faces a new challenge from the BJP's expanding footprint. With victories often decided by thousands of votes, this election hinges on micro-shifts and local dynamics, promising a tight, multi-layered contest.

By YASH SONKAR