Congress Candidates List Keralam Assembly Elections 2026: The Kerala unit of the Congress party has issued a second comprehensive list of individuals who will represent the party in the forthcoming state‑wide legislative contest.

The legislative contest in Kerala is organized as a single‑phase exercise, with voting carried out across all constituencies on the designated polling day. After the ballots are tabulated, the validation of votes for the 140‑member Assembly will be completed in a subsequent counting session.

In the initial tranche, the Congress party disclosed the names of 55 aspirants. The most recent release adds 40 additional candidates, bringing the total slate to a robust representation across the state’s diverse electoral map.

Among the newly announced nominees, Mohammad Shiyas will contend for the constituency of Kochi, while AD Thomas is slated to vie for the seat in Alappuzha. Both individuals are expected to play pivotal roles in their respective regions.

Context and Significance of the Candidate Announcement

The unveiling of the candidate roster follows an intensive internal selection procedure carried out by the Congress party’s state leadership. The process involved consultations with senior functionaries, assessments of local leadership strength, and consideration of electoral dynamics in each constituency. By presenting a balanced blend of seasoned politicians and emerging leaders, the party aims to consolidate its support base while reaching out to new voter segments.

Each of the 140 constituencies in Kerala holds distinct demographic characteristics and local issues. The Congress party’s strategy emphasizes fielding candidates who possess deep connections to their constituencies, reinforcing the party’s commitment to localized governance. The comprehensive list reflects an effort to ensure representation from every corner of the state, from coastal districts to highland regions.

Stakeholders, including party workers, political analysts, and the electorate, have closely examined the composition of the slate. The inclusion of leaders such as Mohammad Shiyas in Kochi highlights the party’s focus on metropolitan areas, whereas the nomination of individuals like AD Thomas in Alappuzha underscores attention to key coastal corridors.

Full Constituency‑Wise Candidate List

Uduma – K Neelakandan

Trikaripur – Sandeep Varier

Kalliasseri – Rajeevan Kappachery

Kannur – Adv. TO Mohanan

Mattannur – Chandran Thillenkeri

Pattambi – TP Shaji

Shornur – P Harigovindan

Kunnamkulam – Ajay Mohan

Wadakkancherry – Vyshakh Narayanaswami

Perumbavoor – Manoj Moothedan

Vypeen – Tony Chammany

Kochi – Mohammad Shiyas

Thripunithura – Deepak Joy

Devikulam – SC – F Raja

Udumbanchola – Adv. Senapathy Venu

ldukki – Roy K Poulose

Peerumade – Adv. Syriac Thomas

Ettumanoor – Nattakom Suresh

Kanjirappally – Prof. Rony K. Baby

Poonjar – Sebastian M.J. S (Adv. Saji Joseph)

Alappuzha – AD Thomas

Kayamkulam – M Liju

Chengannur – Eby Kuriakose

Ranni – Pazhakulam Madhu

Aranmula – Abin Varkey

Konni – Prof. Satheesh Kochuparambil

Adoor‑SC – Adv. Santhakumar

Chadayamangalam – MM Nazeer

Varkala – Varkala Kahar

Nedumangad – Meenankal Kumar

Vamanapuram – Sudheersha Palode

Kazhakkoottam – Sarathchandra Prasad

Nemom – K.S. Sabarinadhan

Aruvikkara – V.S. Sivakumar

Parassala – Neyyattinkara Sanal

Kattakkada – M.R. Baiju

Neyyattinkara – N. Shakthan