Vattiyoorkavu Assembly Election Result 2026: Adv. V.K. Prasanth vs R. Sreelekha, who is winning? Check the latest update

One of the prominent urban constituencies in Thiruvananthapuram, Vattiyoorkavu is known for its educational institutions and various government institutes. Over the years, this constituency has also built a reputation for playing an important role in the overall political landscape of the state.

It comes under the Thiruvananthapuram Lok Sabha constituency, which makes it a direct link to national-level politics.

Diverse voters


Vattiyoorkavu town has a population of 47,187, according to the last Census conducted in India in 2011. Most of the population is largely urban and semi-urban, and the voters comprise professionals, government servants, and students, along with traditional residents. The constituency also includes areas such as Peroorkada and parts of its suburban stretches.

In many ways, this constituency reflects Kerala's highly educated and politically aware electorate, with a strong sense of civic participation. All these factors make this contest highly significant and closely watched.

A highly contested seat

Over the years, this seat has seen stiff competition between the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the United Democratic Front (UDF), with results often swinging between the two alliances. This makes the constituency a strong indicator of urban voter sentiment in Thiruvananthapuram.

Issues such as urban infrastructure, traffic congestion, waste management, and public services tend to dominate electoral debates here. One of the most notable political figures associated with Vattiyoorkavu is K. Muraleedharan, who has represented the constituency and brought it significant attention during his tenure. Leadership contests here often attract high-profile candidates, underlining the seat’s strategic importance in Kerala politics.

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Voting over the years

2011 Assembly election: 64.24%

2016 Assembly election: 70.25%

2021 Assembly election: 70.23%

2026 Assembly election (latest): 76.92%

Past results

In 2021, Adv. V.K. Prasanth of CPM defeated Adv. V.V. Rajesh of BJP with a margin of 16%. In 2016, Adv. V.K. Prasanth of CPM again won, defeating Dr. K. Mohankumar of INC with a margin of 12%.

The candidates

This time, the Vattiyoorkavu Assembly constituency is witnessing a triangular contest, as three prominent political heavyweights are taking on each other, making it a highly sought-after battle.

The ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) has fielded sitting MLA V. K. Prasanth of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), who is seeking re-election. On the other hand, the United Democratic Front (UDF), led by the Congress, has once again nominated veteran leader K. Muraleedharan, a former MP. Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded R. Sreelekha, a former Director General of Police, making this seat a high-profile contest.