Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed optimism as early counting trends in Kerala indicated a lead for the UDF. He emphasized the need for a change in government, policy reforms, and urgent economic revival. Highlighting the state's fiscal challenges, Tharoor called for renewed investment, job creation, and steps to prevent youth migration. While noting that several LDF leaders were trailing, he urged caution against premature celebrations, stating that a decisive shift would require sustained trends.