LDF, UDF confident of poll win, verdict on Monday

Kerala assembly election votes are being counted today, determining the outcome of the CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF). The LDF, which has been in power since 2016, is confident of winning a third consecutive term, citing "pro-incumbency" sentiments in favour of the outgoing chief minister's governance agenda. The LDF state secretary is optimistic about the party's chances, despite some exit polls predicting a close contest.