KOTTAKKAL: In the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections, IUML's Abid Hussain Thangal emerged victorious from the Kottakkal constituency, securing 1,18,111 votes. This victory reinforces the Indian Union Muslim League's stronghold in the region.
Constituency Profile
Nestled in Kerala's Malappuram district, the Kottakkal Assembly constituency is the 46th among the state's 140 legislative seats and forms part of the Ponnani Lok Sabha region. This general seat draws over 200,000 voters from a predominantly Muslim demographic, with voter turnouts typically around 74-75 per cent. The constituency covers Kottakkal town and adjacent grama panchayats in north Kerala.
Political Dynamics
Kottakkal has been a solid IUML stronghold within the United Democratic Front alliance. The party's deep organizational roots have enabled it to withstand challenges from the Left Democratic Front and the Nationalist Congress Party. The constituency's electoral history reflects consistent UDF dominance since its delimitation in 2008.
Previous Election Results
In the 2021 Kerala Assembly elections, IUML's Prof. K.K. Abid Hussain Thangal won with 81,700 votes, securing 51.08 per cent of the vote share. He defeated NCP's Na. Muhammed Kutty, who received 65,112 votes (40.71 per cent), by a margin of 16,588 votes from nearly 200,000 electors. The 2016 contest saw Abid Hussain Thangal secure 71,768 votes (48.34 per cent), outpacing the same NCP rival's 56,726 votes (38.21 per cent) by 15,042 votes among 198,872 voters.
Factors Behind IUML's Success
The IUML's continued success in Kottakkal is attributed to community solidarity and a focus on local priorities, particularly healthcare tied to the region's famed Ayurveda heritage. The party's organizational strength and grassroots connections have proven resilient against opposition efforts.
As the 2026 elections unfold, Kottakkal remains a key battleground reflecting broader political trends in Kerala. Follow the latest election results, live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise outcomes, party-wise trends, and full coverage for Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry on Times of India.
