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Unfinished seat sharing clouds UDF’s campaign rollout in Kottayam

March 2, 2026

The United Democratic Front (UDF) is facing significant challenges in its campaign rollout for the upcoming Assembly elections due to prolonged delays in seat-sharing negotiations, particularly with the Kerala Congress (Joseph) faction. This stalemate has caused frustration among UDF allies, including the Indian Union Muslim League, and threatens to undermine the coalition's strategy against the rival Left Democratic Front.

Unfinished seat sharing clouds UDF’s campaign rollout in Kottayam

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Key Highlights

UDF's seat-sharing talks with Kerala Congress have stalled.
The delay has hindered the candidate selection process for the UDF.
Allies express concern over the lack of a cohesive campaign strategy.
Prolonged negotiations are allowing the CPI(M)-led LDF to gain an advantage.
The upbeat mood post-local body elections is fading due to these issues.

Kerala

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Unfinished seat sharing clouds UDF’s campaign rollout in Kottayam

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