India
IUML’s strong show winning 22 seats fuelled UDF’s sweep
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The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) won 22 seats in Kerala's Assembly elections, its highest-ever tally, with historic wins for women candidates. The IUML swept all 12 seats in Malappuram and secured surprise victories in constituencies such as Kalamassery and Perambra. The party's strong performance fueled the United Democratic Front's sweeping win in Kerala. IUML's candidates, including Fathima Thahiliya and PK Kunhalikutty, recorded significant victory margins.