Kerala Assembly Polls 2026: LDF, UDF Unveil Manifestos, Focus on Welfare & Jobs

• Kerala's ruling LDF and Congress-led UDF released their manifestos for the upcoming Assembly polls on April 9.
• LDF pledges to eliminate absolute poverty, increase welfare pensions to Rs 3,000, and create 5 lakh jobs.
• LDF aims to boost women's workforce participation to 50% and attract Rs 2 lakh crore in investments.
• UDF promises free travel for women on state buses, Rs 3,000 welfare pension, and Rs 1,000 monthly aid for college girls.
• UDF also proposes a Rs 25 lakh insurance scheme per family, interest-free loans for small businesses, and a tribal university.