The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced its second list of 39 candidates for the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections 2026, stepping up its campaign in the state.
The new list reflects a combination of experienced leaders, newcomers, and well-known personalities, as the party looks to strengthen its position in Kerala’s competitive political landscape.
Among the prominent names is Kummanam Rajasekharan, who will contest from Aranmula. A senior figure in the party and former governor of Mizoram, his entry is seen as a key move for the BJP in the region.
The party has also fielded Robin Radhakrishnan, a popular public figure, from Kundara. His candidature signals the BJP’s attempt to bring in fresh and recognisable faces to attract wider attention.
Another senior leader, B. Gopalakrishnan, has been nominated from Guruvayur. In Dharmadam, the BJP has fielded C. Ranjith, setting up a direct contest against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, making it one of the key battles to watch.
The list also includes leaders who have switched from other parties. For instance, former CPI MLA C. C. Mukundan has been given a ticket from Nattika, indicating the BJP’s effort to expand its support base by bringing in leaders from different political backgrounds.
With this announcement, the BJP has now declared candidates for a majority of the seats, following its earlier list. The party has also ensured representation for women candidates, aiming to present a balanced lineup.
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