The filing of nominations for the Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala (Keralam), and Puducherry concludes today, March 23, 2026. This marks the final opportunity for candidates to submit their papers to contest in the upcoming polls.
Scrutiny of nomination papers will take place tomorrow, March 24, while the last date for withdrawal of candidature has been fixed for March 26. Once the process is complete, the final list of candidates will be published, setting the stage for the electoral battle.
Polling in all three regions will be held in a single phase on April 9, 2026, with counting of votes scheduled for May 4, 2026. The elections are expected to witness intense competition among major political parties, with alliances and campaign strategies already in full swing.
In Assam, the BJP is aiming to retain power against a strong challenge from Congress and regional outfits. In Kerala, the Left Democratic Front led by CPI(M) seeks to continue its dominance, while the Congress-led UDF and BJP are contesting vigorously. In Puducherry, the All India N.R. Congress, allied with the BJP, faces opposition from the Congress-DMK
