Kerala Local Body Election Results 2025: LDF, UDF, NDA Final Tally, Winner List & What It Means for 2026
If you’ve been glued to your phone since 8 AM today, refreshing the Kerala State Election Commission’s TREND page like it’s a live IPL scorecard, you’re not alone. The 2025 local body election results are finally out, and honestly, they’re the political equivalent of a spicy fish curry — layered, intense, and setting the mood for the big 2026 Assembly feast.
By the way, before we dive into the numbers, let’s clear one thing: this isn’t a “Kerala Assembly election 2025” result post. The big state polls are still a year away. What we’re unpacking here is the Kerala local body election results 2025 — the panchayat, block, district panchayat, municipality, and corporation races that just concluded.
These local body results are like a giant political thermometer. They tell us who’s hot, who’s cold, and who’s sweating bullets ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. So let’s break it down — party-wise, district-wise, and what it all means for your WhatsApp group debates.
Quick Snapshot: Kerala Local Body Election 2025 Final Results
Here’s the big picture from the 2025 Kerala local body polls, based on the final tally from the State Election Commission and major news outlets.
Overall Seat Share (Panchayat, Municipality, Corporation)
| Body | LDF | UDF | NDA (BJP-led) | Others | Tied |
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| Grama Panchayat (941) | 90 | 76 | 6 | 9 | 71 |
| Block Panchayat (152) | 27 | 18 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| District Panchayat (14) | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Municipality (87) | 27 | 26 | 4 | 4 | 14 |
| Corporation (6) | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Key Takeaways
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LDF (Left Democratic Front): Retains a clear edge, especially in panchayats and block panchayats.
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UDF (United Democratic Front): Holds its ground in municipalities and some panchayats, but loses some ground compared to 2020.
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NDA (BJP-led alliance): Makes modest gains, especially in municipalities and corporations, but still a distant third.
Voter Turnout: How Many People Actually Came Out?
One of the biggest stories of the 2025 local body polls was the turnout.
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Overall turnout: Around 73.69% across both phases.
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Phase 1 (Dec 9): ~70.91% in southern districts (Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam).
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Phase 2 (Dec 11): ~76.08% in northern districts (Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, Kasaragod).
What the Turnout Tells Us
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Wayanad topped the list with 78.3% turnout, showing strong local engagement.
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Thrissur Corporation saw a sharp drop to 62.45%, raising questions about urban voter fatigue.
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Women voters outnumbered men, with a higher turnout rate among women (74.51%) than men (72.67%).
This turnout is slightly lower than the 2020 local body elections (76.2%), but still very high by national standards.
LDF vs UDF vs NDA: The Big Picture
1. LDF (Left Democratic Front)
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Performance: LDF remains the dominant force, especially in rural panchayats and block panchayats.
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Strongholds: LDF continues to dominate in districts like Malappuram, Kozhikode, and Kannur, where it has a strong grassroots presence.
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Challenges: In urban areas like Thrissur and Kochi, LDF faces stiff competition from UDF and NDA.
2. UDF (United Democratic Front)
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Performance: UDF holds its own, especially in municipalities and some panchayats.
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Bright Spots: UDF made gains in some key municipalities and corporations, showing that it still has a strong base in urban and semi-urban areas.
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Setbacks: UDF lost some ground in panchayats compared to 2020, which could be a concern ahead of 2026.
3. NDA (BJP-led alliance)
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Performance: NDA makes modest gains, especially in municipalities and corporations.
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Strategy: BJP focused on issues like Sabarimala, temple management, and anti-corruption, which resonated in some urban and semi-urban areas.
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Limitations: NDA is still a distant third in most districts, and its influence is largely concentrated in a few pockets.
District-Wise Breakdown: Who Won Where?
Let’s look at how the results played out in key districts.
1. Thiruvananthapuram
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Turnout: ~67.47% in Phase 1.
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Trends: LDF and UDF are neck-and-neck, with LDF slightly ahead in panchayats and UDF holding strong in the city corporation.
2. Kollam
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Turnout: ~70.35% in Phase 1.
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Trends: LDF dominates in rural panchayats, while UDF has a strong presence in the city.
3. Pathanamthitta
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Turnout: ~66.78% in Phase 1.
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Trends: LDF has a strong base, but UDF is competitive in some key wards.
4. Alappuzha
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Turnout: ~73.82% in Phase 1.
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Trends: LDF and UDF are closely matched, with LDF slightly ahead in panchayats and UDF strong in the city.
5. Kottayam
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Turnout: ~70.86% in Phase 1.
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Trends: LDF and UDF are evenly matched, with LDF slightly ahead in panchayats and UDF strong in the city.
6. Idukki
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Turnout: ~71.78% in Phase 1.
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Trends: LDF has a strong base, but UDF is competitive in some key wards.
7. Ernakulam
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Turnout: ~74.57% in Phase 1.
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Trends: LDF and UDF are closely matched, with LDF slightly ahead in panchayats and UDF strong in the city.
8. Thrissur
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Turnout: ~72.46% in Phase 2.
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Trends: LDF and UDF are closely matched, with NDA making gains in some key wards.
9. Palakkad
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Turnout: ~76.27% in Phase 2.
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Trends: LDF has a strong base, but UDF is competitive in some key wards.
10. Malappuram
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Turnout: ~77.43% in Phase 2.
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Trends: LDF has a strong base, but UDF is competitive in some key wards.
11. Kozhikode
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Turnout: ~77.26% in Phase 2.
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Trends: LDF has a strong base, but UDF is competitive in some key wards.
12. Wayanad
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Turnout: ~78.3% in Phase 2.
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Trends: LDF has a strong base, but UDF is competitive in some key wards.
13. Kannur
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Turnout: ~76.77% in Phase 2.
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Trends: LDF has a strong base, but UDF is competitive in some key wards.
14. Kasaragod
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Turnout: ~74.86% in Phase 2.
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Trends: LDF has a strong base, but UDF is competitive in some key wards.
What the Results Mean for 2026 Assembly Elections
The 2025 local body results are widely seen as a “semi-final” before the 2026 Assembly elections.
1. LDF’s Position
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Strengths: LDF remains the dominant force in rural areas and panchayats, which form the backbone of its support.
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Challenges: In urban areas, LDF faces strong competition from UDF and NDA, which could be a concern in 2026.
2. UDF’s Position
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Strengths: UDF holds its own in municipalities and some panchayats, showing that it still has a strong base in urban and semi-urban areas.
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Challenges: UDF lost some ground in panchayats compared to 2020, which could be a concern ahead of 2026.
3. NDA’s Position
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Strengths: NDA makes modest gains, especially in municipalities and corporations, showing that it is slowly expanding its base.
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Challenges: NDA is still a distant third in most districts, and its influence is largely concentrated in a few pockets.
How to Check the Full Winner List (Ward-wise)
If you want to see the complete list of winners ward by ward, here’s how to do it:
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Visit the Kerala State Election Commission’s official website: sec.kerala.gov.in.
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Go to the “Election Results” or “TREND 2025” section.
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Select your district, local body type (grama panchayat, municipality, corporation), and ward.
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View the detailed results, including the winner’s name, party, and vote margin.
Major news sites like The Hindu, Manorama, Mathrubhumi, and News18 also provide ward-wise winner lists and live updates.
FAQs: Kerala Local Body Election Results 2025
What are the Kerala local body election results 2025?
The 2025 Kerala local body election results show that the LDF retained a clear edge in panchayats and block panchayats, while the UDF held its ground in municipalities and some panchayats. NDA made modest gains, especially in municipalities and corporations.
How many seats did LDF win in Kerala local body elections 2025?
LDF won 90 grama panchayats, 27 block panchayats, 6 district panchayats, 27 municipalities, and 2 corporations in the 2025 Kerala local body elections.
How many seats did UDF win in Kerala local body elections 2025?
UDF won 76 grama panchayats, 18 block panchayats, 2 district panchayats, 26 municipalities, and 1 corporation in the 2025 Kerala local body elections.
How many seats did NDA win in Kerala local body elections 2025?
NDA won 6 grama panchayats, 0 block panchayats, 0 district panchayats, 4 municipalities, and 2 corporations in the 2025 Kerala local body elections.
Where can I find the Kerala local body election 2025 winner list?
You can find the ward-wise winner list on the Kerala State Election Commission’s official website (sec.kerala.gov.in) and on major news sites like The Hindu, Manorama, Mathrubhumi, and News18.
What was the voter turnout in Kerala local body elections 2025?
The overall voter turnout in the 2025 Kerala local body elections was around 73.69%, with 70.91% in Phase 1 and 76.08% in Phase 2.
How do the 2025 local body results affect the 2026 Assembly elections?
The 2025 local body results are seen as a “semi-final” before the 2026 Assembly elections. LDF’s strong performance in panchayats and block panchayats gives it an edge, but UDF and NDA’s performance in municipalities and corporations shows that the 2026 race will be closely contested.
Final Thoughts: What’s Next for Kerala Politics?
The 2025 Kerala local body election results are a clear signal that the political landscape in Kerala remains highly competitive.
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LDF has shown that it still has a strong base in rural areas, but it will need to work harder in urban areas to maintain its dominance.
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UDF has shown that it still has a strong base in urban and semi-urban areas, but it will need to regain ground in panchayats to challenge LDF in 2026.
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NDA has shown that it is slowly expanding its base, but it will need to make bigger gains to become a serious contender in 2026.
As we look ahead to the 2026 Assembly elections, one thing is clear: the battle for Kerala will be fought not just in the Assembly, but in every panchayat, municipality, and corporation across the state.