Congress MP Venugopal Posters Celebrate UDF's Landslide Keralam Poll Win

Posters of Congress MP KC Venugopal were put up in Thiruvananthapuram celebrating the UDF's sweeping victory in the Keralam Assembly elections. The UDF secured 102 seats in the 140-member assembly, with Congress winning 63 seats and IUML 22. Venugopal described the outcome as a "tsunami" in favor of the alliance, while Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi congratulated workers and thanked voters. The victory marks a significant political shift in the state after a decade of opposition.

Key Points: UDF Sweeps Keralam Elections: Venugopal Posters Up

  • UDF wins 102 seats in 140-member Keralam Assembly
  • Congress bags 63 seats, IUML wins 22
  • KC Venugopal calls victory a "tsunami"
  • Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi thank voters and workers
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Posters of Congress MP Venugopal come up in Thiruvananthapuram as UDF sweeps Keralam polls

Posters of Congress MP KC Venugopal appear in Thiruvananthapuram as UDF wins 102 seats in Keralam Assembly polls, marking a historic mandate.

"Keralam has won, it is a UDF tsunami. - KC Venugopal"

Thiruvananthapuram, May 5

Posters of Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal were put up along Trivandrum Road on Tuesday as part of celebrations following the Congress-led United Democratic Front's sweeping victory in the Keralam Assembly 2026 elections, even as speculation intensifies over the alliance's chief ministerial candidate.

The UDF secured a commanding 102 seats in the 140-member Assembly with the declaration of results of the April 9 elections on Monday, marking a decisive mandate and a significant political shift in the state after a decade. The Congress emerged as the single largest party within the alliance with 63 seats, while its key ally, the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), won 22 seats.

An elated Venugopal described the outcome as a "tsunami" in favour of the alliance. "Keralam has won, it is a UDF tsunami. We thank the three crore people of Keralam for a historic, record-breaking mandate in the UDF's favour, giving us 102 seats," he had said in a post on X. Highlighting the scale of the victory, he added, "Red fortresses have been demolished, traditional arithmetic has been rejected, and a UDF wave has swept through Keralam."

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also congratulated party leaders and workers, thanking the people of the state for their trust. "Thank you to my brothers and sisters in Keralam for a truly decisive mandate. Congratulations to every UDF leader and worker for a hard-fought, well-run campaign," he said, adding that the new government would work to harness the state's talent and potential.

Echoing similar sentiments, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra expressed gratitude to voters and assured that the UDF would strive to fulfill its commitments with "honesty and humility." She also highlighted the alliance's clean sweep in Wayanad, where all seven seats were won, calling it a strong endorsement of the party's vision.

Priyanka Gandhi further lauded party workers for their relentless efforts during the campaign. "To the workers and leaders of the UDF who worked day and night... my heartiest congratulations and gratitude for your tireless efforts," she had said.

- ANI

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Sneha F
Great victory for UDF, but let's not get carried away. The real test begins now—will they deliver on promises like better healthcare and education? Keralam deserves a government that works for everyone, not just the party faithful. Hoping for substance over slogans. 🙏
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Ravi K
Venugopal is right—this is a tsunami! After years of seeing Keralam lagging behind in industrial growth, people finally chose progress. But I hope the new CM is someone who understands grassroots issues, not just a Delhi-appointed leader. Local voices matter. 🗳️
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Kavya N
As a woman and a resident of Thiruvananthapuram, I'm cautiously optimistic. The UDF promised better law and order and women's safety. Let's see if they walk the talk. That said, it's heartening to see Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi acknowledge the workers' efforts—they've earned this win. 🌟
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Rohit L
102 seats is massive! But I'm worried about the IUML's influence—coalition politics in Keralam can get messy. The Congress needs to keep its allies in check and focus on governance. No more 'tsunami' talk, time for action.
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Nisha Z
The Wayanad sweep is the real story here! Priyanka Gandhi's clean sweep there shows the Gandhi family's enduring connect with rural Keralam. But let's be honest—local cadres did the heavy lifting. Kudos to the workers who campaigned day and night. 👏

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