Kerala Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Rajeev Chandrasekhar filed his nomination from the Nemom constituency on Saturday ahead of the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections. The event was attended by Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, who came to show support for the BJP leader and highlight the party’s growing momentum in the state.

Chandrasekhar addressed reporters after filing his nomination, expressing gratitude for Sharma’s presence and support. He vowed to work tirelessly for the development of Nemom, promising to serve the constituency “365 days a year” and aiming to transform it into a model constituency in Kerala.

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma highlighted the enthusiasm and dedication of BJP workers in Kerala, expressing confidence that the party would emerge as a major political force in the upcoming elections. He praised the party’s grassroots mobilisation and the energy shown by local cadres during the campaign.

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The BJP is positioning itself as a key challenger in Kerala, traditionally dominated by the CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF). Union Minister Suresh Gopi also stressed the need for a stronger National Democratic Alliance (NDA) presence in the state assembly, citing administrative shortcomings over the past decade and urging BJP candidates to secure victories across constituencies.

Polling for the Kerala Assembly elections is scheduled to be held in a single phase on April 9, with vote counting set for May 4. The tenure of the current assembly will conclude on May 23, setting the stage for a tightly contested electoral battle across the state.

Chandrasekhar’s nomination filing reflects the BJP’s strategic push to strengthen its foothold in Kerala, with the party seeking to expand its influence in a state historically dominated by rival fronts. The participation of prominent leaders like Sharma underscores the importance BJP is placing on high-profile campaign engagements in the lead-up to the polls.

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