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CPI-M's P Rajeev Admits 'Unexpected Setback' as UDF Wins Kerala

CPI-M candidate P Rajeev expressed disappointment after the Congress-led UDF won the Kerala Assembly election, calling it an "unexpected setback" for the Left Democratic Front. The UDF secured 63 out of 140 seats, defeating the incumbent LDF which won 26 seats. P Rajeev stated the party will analyze the results and work to regain public support as a constructive opposition. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge thanked voters and promised to restore Kerala's "lost glory" through people-centric governance.

Key Points: Kerala Election 2024: UDF Defeats LDF, P Rajeev Reacts

  • UDF wins 63 seats, unseating LDF
  • P Rajeev calls defeat "unexpected setback"
  • LDF wins 26 seats, IUML wins 22
  • Congress President Kharge thanks voters, promises development
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"Unexpected setback to Left Democratic Front:" CPI-M Candidate P Rajeev on Congress-led UDF win Keralam

CPI-M candidate P Rajeev calls LDF defeat an "unexpected setback" as Congress-led UDF wins 63 seats in Kerala Assembly elections. Kharge thanks voters.

"This is an unexpected setback to the Left Democratic Front in the state of Kerala. - P Rajeev"

Thiruvananthapuram, May 4

Communist Party of India candidate P Rajeev on Monday expressed disappointment with the results of the Keralam Assembly Election, declaring that the outcome has caused an "unexpected setback" to the Left Democratic Front in the state.

Speaking to reporters, P Rajeev declared that the party will learn the lessons from the verdict and will analyse the results. He further stated that the party would take proper actions to win back the support of the people.

"This is an unexpected setback to the Left Democratic Front in the state of Kerala. We have tried our best to implement the promises which we have given to the citizens of Kerala in the last 10 years. But the verdict is totally against us. We should learn the lessons from the verdict, analyze the results, and we should take proper actions to recruit the support of the people of the state of Kerala... This time, the LDF should act as a constructive opposition. That is our responsibility now," Rajeev told reporters.

Meanwhile, the Congress-led UDF unseated the incumbent LDF government by winning 63 out of 140 seats in the state assembly elections on Monday. The Communist Party of India (Marxist)-led LDF secured 26 seats, followed by the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), which won 22 seats. The results mark the exit of the Pinarayi Vijayan-led administration in the state.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday expressed gratitude to voters for electing the Congress-led UDF government in Keralam, asserting that the victory marks the start of a new era of development for the state.

"True welfare and real economic empowerment begin in Keralam now. On behalf of the Indian National Congress, I extend heartfelt gratitude to every voter of Keralam for placing their trust in the Congress party and the UDF," said Kharge.

Expressing the party's resolve, the Congress President also declared that the party will restore the "lost glory" of Keralam.

"I also thank every leader, karyakarta, and our UDF allies whose relentless hard work and dedication have earned the people's mandate. We remain firmly committed to restoring the lost glory of Keralam & UDF's people-centric governance model," added Kharge.

- ANI

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Priya S
Honestly, I'm not surprised. The current government neglected basic issues like roads and healthcare. People wanted change. Kharge's "lost glory" talk sounds nice, but let's see if UDF delivers this time. 🤔
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Raghav A
P Rajeev is right that LDF should act as constructive opposition. But "unexpected setback"? The writing was on the wall when prices skyrocketed and unemployment remained high. Learn the lessons indeed!
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Manish T
I'm a Malayali and I voted for UDF this time. The last 10 years had some good schemes like Life Mission but corruption allegations and lack of transparency pushed people away. Let's hope the new government focuses on real development, not just slogans. 👏
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Arun Y
What I find interesting is that IUML won 22 seats—they're still major players. The UDF will have to manage alliances carefully. As for LDF, 26 seats is a big fall from 99 last time. Ouch.
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Sneha F
I'm happy but cautiously optimistic. UDF winning 63 seats is a clear mandate, but let's not forget—they need to actually govern well. Kharge's promise to "restore lost glory" sounds great but actions speak louder. 🤞

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