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Kozhikode Sees Surge as 141 File Nominations for Kerala Assembly Polls

A total of 141 candidates have filed their nominations for the 13 Assembly constituencies in Kerala's Kozhikode district, with a last-minute surge of 102 filings on March 23. The scrutiny of these papers is scheduled for March 24, with withdrawals allowed until March 26. Statewide, Kerala has seen 1202 candidates submit nominations for the 140 constituencies, a significant increase from the 2021 polls. The elections for Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry are set for April 9, with vote counting on May 4.

Key Points: 141 Candidates File Nominations in Kozhikode for Kerala Polls

  • 141 candidates in Kozhikode district
  • 102 filed on final day
  • Scrutiny of papers on March 24
  • Kerala sees 1202 candidates statewide
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Kerala: 141 candidates file nominations for Assembly elections in Kozhikode district, scrutiny today

141 candidates file nominations across Kozhikode's 13 seats. Scrutiny begins as Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry gear up for April 9 elections.

"The final day of the window saw a massive surge in activity, with 102 candidates filing their nominations on March 23 alone."

Kozhikode, March 24

A total of 141 candidates officially submitted their nomination papers across the 13 Assembly constituencies of Kozhikode district. The final day of the window saw a massive surge in activity, with 102 candidates filing their nominations on March 23 alone.

In total, 223 nomination papers were submitted across the district's 13 Assembly constituencies.

The highest number of nominations was recorded in Perambra and Koduvally constituencies, with 22 papers each. Elathur and Kozhikode North followed with 21 papers each. The lowest number of nominations was reported in Balussery, with 11 papers.

In terms of individual candidates, Koduvally saw the highest number with 18 candidates, followed by Beypore and Kozhikode North with 13 candidates each.

The scrutiny of nomination papers will be held on March 24, and candidates can withdraw their nominations until March 26.

Meanwhile, the deadline for filing nominations for the Kerala, Assam and Puducherry Assembly elections ended on Monday, as politics in the States and Union Territory heat-up.

A total of 2039 nomination papers were submitted by 1202 candidates across all 140 constituencies in Kerala, officials said. In the 2021 polls, Kerala had a total of 957 candidates.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate K Ranjith today filed his nomination from the Dharmadam constituency in Kannur district to contest against the Chief Minister and sitting MLA Pinarayi Vijayan. MV Gopakumar, the BJP candidate for the Chengannur Assembly constituency, submitted his nomination in the presence of Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai.

Kerala Leader of Opposition (LoP) and Congress candidate VD Satheesan filed his nomination papers from the Paravur constituency, looking to secure his sixth consecutive victory in the Assembly polls.

Kerala, Assam and the Union Territory of Puducherry are all set to hold the 2026 Assembly Election on April 9 in a single phase, with counting of votes scheduled to take place on May 4.

- ANI

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Priya S
Interesting to see Perambra and Koduvally with the highest nominations. These are often keenly contested seats. With so many candidates, the vote split could lead to some unexpected results. Kerala politics is never boring! 🤔
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Rahul R
While a high number of candidates shows vibrant democracy, it also creates confusion for voters. Many independents file just for publicity. The scrutiny process is crucial to ensure only genuine contenders remain.
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Anjali F
The fight in Dharmadam against CM Pinarayi Vijayan will be one to watch! But let's be honest, with so many candidates overall, the focus shifts from development to just winning. Hope the elected ones remember their promises. 🙏
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David E
Following from abroad. The sheer scale—1202 candidates for 140 seats in Kerala—is impressive. It indicates a highly engaged electorate. The challenge is translating this political energy into effective governance after the polls.
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Meera T
As someone from Kozhikode, I see many local issues that need addressing—infrastructure, waste management. I hope amidst this candidate flood, the real issues of Balussery or Beypore don't get drowned out. Fingers crossed!

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