Congress MP Shashi Tharoor described the UDF’s strong lead in Kerala as a historic victory and said the results could mark a major setback for Left politics nationally. Congress leaders credited anti-incumbency, coordinated campaigning and voter support for the alliance’s performance
CPI(M) leader Prakash Karat expressed confidence that the Left Democratic Front will retain power in Kerala, citing favourable early reports after polling. The alliance is aiming for a rare third consecutive term in the state’s traditionally alternating political system
Leader of the Opposition V D Satheesan claimed a strong pro-UDF wave in Kerala, predicting over 100 seats in the Assembly polls. He cited anti-incumbency against the LDF and expressed confidence in a decisive victory for the Congress-led front
Congress-led UDF achieved a decisive victory in Kerala local body elections, while BJP captured Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, ending the Left’s 45-year rule. LDF faced major losses across municipalities and panchayats, signalling a shift ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections
