Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Political hotspots under tight surveillance as Ernakulam awaits poll verdict - The HinduUpdated - May 03, 2026 10:19 pm IST - KOCHIPreparations in progress at the Assembly election counting centre at Mar Athanasius College, Kothamangalam, on May 3. | Photo Credit: Special ArrangementAround 15 locations in the district will be under heightened surveillance on Monday (May 4), with the police planning intense security arrangements in view of the declaration of the Assembly election results. The political hotspots in the district include areas such as Chengamanad, Pezhakkappilly, Binanipuram, Edathala, and Kunnathunad.All the sensitive locations fall within the Ernakulam rural police limits. The sensitive locations were identified based on issues and scuffles reported during the election campaign.Published - May 03, 2026 08:57 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }