The Congress-led United Democratic Front has reshaped Kerala's political landscape in the 2026 Assembly elections, riding a wave of support across North Kerala's seven districts—from Kasaragod to Thrissur—to defeat the incumbent Left Democratic Front. The 73-seat region, once a stronghold of the CPI(M)-led coalition, delivered a resounding mandate that unseated the government and signaled a sharp decline in LDF influence.

In 2021, the LDF won 50 of the 73 seats in the region, a performance that formed the backbone of its statewide victory. In 2026, the coalition retained only 12 seats, while the UDF captured the remaining majority, marking one of the most significant electoral reversals in Kerala's recent history. The shift underscores a collapse of LDF support in its former engine room.

Political analysts attribute the UDF's gains to widespread voter dissatisfaction over economic conditions and local governance. State election officials confirmed the results on May 4, 2026, with vote counting concluding late in the evening. The Chief Minister has acknowledged the outcome and stated that the Left will review its performance in the coming days.