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UDF retains Kuttichira ward in Kozhikode bypoll

Published Tuesday, September 29, 2026

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  • UDF By-election Victories and Context — 1 source

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The United Democratic Front (UDF) successfully retained the Kuttichira ward in the Kozhikode byelection, with candidate Farseena Arakkal securing 2,711 votes. These bypolls, held across 38 local body wards in Keralam, saw a 58.81% voter turnout. The UDF also maintained its seat in the Ayyappankkavu division of Kochi Corporation.

What We Know — Key Points

  • The United Democratic Front (UDF) candidate Farseena Arakkal secured 2,711 votes in the Kuttichira ward byelection, retaining the seat in Kozhikode Corporation.
  • The bypolls held to 38 local body wards in Keralam on Monday (September 28, 2026) saw a voter turnout of 58.81%.
  • The UDF also retained the Ayyappankkavu division in Kochi Corporation, with Ajith Kumar A.K. garnering 1,492 votes against P.K. Usman's 943.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

UDF By-election Victories and Context
  • The Hindu

    The Hindu reported on the UDF's victory in the Kuttichira ward byelection, noting a reduced majority and allegations of misleading campaigning by the Communist Party of India (Marxist). The article also emphasized the bypolls as the first major electoral test for the UDF government since its 2026 Assembly polls mandate and highlighted the UDF's continued dominance in the Ayyappankkavu division, despite a reduced victory margin.

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