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UDF Secures Landslide Victory in Kochi Corporation Elections

KOCHI, INDIA – December 13, 2025 – The United Democratic Front (UDF) has swept the Kochi Corporation elections, securing a resounding victory with 47 seats in the 76-member council. This win puts them just shy of their historic 48-seat triumph in 2010 and firmly back in power after a term of opposition.

The Left Democratic Front (LDF) suffered heavy losses, securing only 22 seats, including two independents. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) managed a minimal increase, ending with six seats, despite predictions of reaching double digits.

Potential mayoral candidates from the UDF, Deepthy Mary Varghese, V.K. Minimol, and Shiny Mathew, all won their respective divisions, setting the stage for internal discussions on the mayoral nomination.

Controversy surrounded allegations of a UDF-BJP alliance in certain divisions, with the two fronts ultimately splitting the contested seats. Several prominent candidates, including Deepa Varma (LDF), a potential mayoral contender, faced defeat.

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