Kerala is gearing up for its Legislative Assembly elections on April 9, 2026, with results to be announced on May 4, 2026. The state has 140 constituencies and 2.71 crore registered voters, including 1.31 crore male voters and 1.38 crore female voters. The current ruling coalition, the Left Democratic Front (LDF), is facing competition from the United Democratic Front (UDF) and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Each coalition has released manifestos highlighting their key promises.

The LDF aims to eradicate absolute poverty, pledging to increase social security pensions to ₹3,000 per month and implement universal health coverage. The UDF's manifesto includes the Oommen Chandy Health Insurance Scheme, offering ₹25 lakh coverage per household, and promises free travel for women on state buses. The NDA plans to establish an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Kerala and provide two free LPG cylinders annually to households.

All three parties emphasize women's empowerment and infrastructure development, with the LDF proposing metro rail projects and the NDA promising a high-speed rail network. These commitments reflect a strong focus on welfare, healthcare, and connectivity as Kerala approaches the elections.