THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The latest opinion poll has predicted that the Pinarayi government will retain the power in the state. The Manorama VMR survey predicts that the LDF will get 77 to 82 seats. The UDF is likely to win 54 to 59 seats. According to the survey, the NDA is likely to get up to three seats.

In the capital district, the LDF has the upper hand. In Attingal, Chirayinkeezhu, Nedumangad and Vamanapuram constituencies, the LDF has the upper hand. The poll also predicts victory for the LDF in Kazhakoottam, where there is a heavy political contest.

According to the survey, Nemom will see a tight fight. The NDA has a slight upper hand. According to the survey, the UDF is in third place. The survey was conducted before K Muraleedharan became a candidate.