Kerala Assembly polls: Thirteen LDF Ministers defeated as results roll in

Perhaps the most telling impact of the Left Democratic Front (LDF) rout in the 2026 Assembly polls in Kerala was felt on the Pinarayi Vijayan Cabinet. While Mr. Vijayan eventually managed a win, albeit at a much-reduced margin compared to 2021, 13 of his Cabinet colleagues fell by the wayside.

Of the 21-strong Left Democratic Front (LDF) Council of Ministers, other thanElectricity Minister K. Krishnankutty, all others had contested.