Kerala Assembly Budget Session Braces for Fierce Political Showdown

The budget session of the Kerala Assembly is set to be contentious, with the ruling LDF and opposition UDF clashing over issues like the Sabarimala gold loss and financial mismanagement. As elections approach, the UDF aims to leverage recent gains, while the LDF defends its governance and targets Congress missteps.

The Kerala Assembly's budget session is anticipated to witness intense political clashes as the ruling LDF and opposition UDF prepare to lock horns over several contentious issues. Among the flashpoints are the Sabarimala gold loss case and the arrest of Palakkad legislator Rahul Mamkootathil.

With assembly elections looming, the Congress-led UDF seeks to capitalize on recent by-election successes to spotlight the Left government's alleged inadequacies, particularly in financial management and construction projects. In response, the LDF aims to highlight national government hindrances and achievements under Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

The budget session, encompassing 32 days and culminating on March 26, will feature discussions on the state budget for 2026-27. Both sides are braced for a showdown as the UDF leverages recent controversies, while the LDF prepares a counteroffensive highlighting Congress challenges.