New Delhi, 04 May (H.S.): Early counting trends from the Kerala Assembly elections indicate leads for the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF). Supporters in Thiruvananthapuram have begun celebrations.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor told reporters that the state embraces political diversity, yet a comfortable majority appears within reach. We have every reason to rejoice so far, though final tallies may shift; we are the party that brings change and seeks to transform politics.

Congress MP J.B. Mather described it as a major UDF triumph under Congress leadership. We anticipate over 100 seats and will certainly exceed 85; Kerala will undoubtedly have a Congress Chief Minister and UDF government.

Kovalam Congress candidate M. Vincent asserted confidence after a decade of public service, predicting its reflection in results. UDF victory is assured.

Congress media chairman Pawan Khera cautioned that trends across five states remain preliminary and could evolve elsewhere. From West Bengal's Malatipur, Congress candidate Mousami Noor emphasized that only outcomes matter, expressing faith in the people.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar