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Shashi Tharoor Confident of UDF Victory in Kerala, Slams FCRA Bill

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has expressed strong confidence that the UDF will secure a majority and return to power in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections. He stated that the decision on the Chief Ministerial candidate would be made by the party high command after the polls. Tharoor emphasized the UDF's campaign focus on development and creating job opportunities within the state. He also sharply criticized the proposed FCRA amendment bill, calling it "terrible" and urging for its review by a parliamentary committee.

Key Points: Tharoor: UDF to Regain Power in Kerala, Criticizes FCRA Bill

  • UDF predicted to win Kerala polls
  • Chief Minister decision rests with Congress High Command
  • Focus on development and job creation in Kerala
  • Strong criticism of FCRA Amendment Bill
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"UDF will regain power in Kerala": Shashi Tharoor

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expresses confidence in UDF's Kerala election victory, discusses CM post, and criticizes the FCRA amendment bill as "terrible."

"I believe we are working here for the future of Keralam... We must create job opportunities here. - Shashi Tharoor"

Malapuram, April 3

Congress Working Committee member and MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday expressed confidence that the United Democratic Front will get a good majority in Kerala and regain power in the State

He was attending the election campaign of the UDF candidate in the Vandoor constituency in the Malappuram district ahead of the April 9 Assembly polls.

Responding to a question on who would become the Chief Minister if the Congress-led UDF comes to power, Tharoor said it is not for him to decide.

He added that the Congress High Command will decide after considering the views of the elected MLAs.

Tharoor also stated that when the Women's Reservation Bill comes up in the Lok Sabha on the 16th, the party will clearly express its stand on the issue.

Earlier, Shashi Tharoor campaigned for Congress candidate Pazhakulam Madhu from Ranni assembly constituency, saying the party is working for the future of Keralam and focusing on development and job creation under a UDF government.

The polling for Keralam Assembly elections will be held in a single phase on April 9, with counting of votes scheduled for May 4.

Speaking to ANI, Tharoor said, "I believe we are working here for the future of Keralam. Whatever the Prime Minister may or may not do, we have to ensure Keralam's development under the UDF govt... Our people are leaving the state and going to other states and countries as they don't see enough possibilities here. We must create job opportunities here."

"I have been campaigning throughout the state. I am seeing very good results and very good feedback. We are going to win. The momentum is with us."

Further, Tharoor criticised the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, calling it "terrible" and saying the government has no right to seize schools, hospitals, and orphanages run by church groups, and urged that the bill be referred to a standing committee for further review.

"It is a terrible bill. How can the government take on the right to confiscate schools, hospitals and orphanages built by church groups? The govt has no right to take over such schools and colleges. This amendment must go to a standing committee and be studied more carefully," he said.

- ANI

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Priya S
His point on the FCRA amendment is very important. Targeting institutions that do genuine social work, like schools and hospitals, is not right. Hope the bill gets proper scrutiny. 🤔
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Rahul R
Confidence is good, but the UDF needs a clear plan. Just saying "High Command will decide" about CM face sounds like old-style politics. Voters want transparency and a local vision, not everything decided in Delhi.
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Meera T
Glad he mentioned the Women's Reservation Bill. It's a crucial issue for representation. Hope all parties support it strongly. Kerala has always led in social progress, this should be no different.
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David E
Interesting to follow Kerala politics from abroad. Tharoor is a articulate spokesperson. The focus on halting the brain drain by creating jobs is the key issue for the state's future. All the best for the polls!
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Anjali F
Campaign talk is one thing, delivering is another. We've heard promises before. I want to see concrete policies for SMEs and the IT sector. That's how you keep talent in Kerala. 👍

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