Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Modi Congratulates BJP's Historic Win in Thiruvananthapuram
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated VV Rajesh and GS Asha Nath on becoming the new mayor and deputy mayor of Thiruvananthapuram.
This is a big deal because the BJP won for the first time in this city, which was previously controlled by other parties.
Modi said the win shows that people want change and are tired of the old parties.
He also praised the BJP workers for their hard work.
The BJP got 51 votes, while the other parties got fewer.
Modi urged the new leaders to serve the people with humility and compassion.
Meanwhile, Union Minister Suresh Gopi said Kerala will definitely get an AIIMS and hinted at other major projects coming to the state.
He mentioned that the Prime Minister might discuss the Smart City project during a visit to Thiruvananthapuram.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated VV Rajesh and GS Asha Nath on their election as Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Thiruvananthapuram.
The BJP's victory in Thiruvananthapuram is historic, marking the party's first mayoral win in the city.
Modi praised the BJP's vision of a 'Viksit Thiruvananthapuram' and criticized the LDF and UDF for corruption and violence.
The BJP won with 51 votes, while the UDF received 17 and the LDF got 29.
Modi urged the new leaders to prioritize service to the poor and marginalized, drawing inspiration from Kerala's social reformers.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, VV Rajesh, GS Asha Nath, BJP, LDF, UDF, Union Minister Suresh Gopi
- What
- BJP's historic win in Thiruvananthapuram local body elections, PM Modi's congratulatory letter, and potential central government projects in Kerala
- When
- Election on December 26, 2025; Letter dated January 1, 2026
- Where
- Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
- Why
- To congratulate the new mayor and deputy mayor, highlight the BJP's vision for the city, and discuss potential central government projects in Kerala
BJP
LDF/UDF
Government Performance
BJP
BJP criticizes LDF and UDF for corruption and violence, presenting their victory as a mandate for change.
LDF/UDF
LDF and UDF likely defend their track record and dispute BJP's allegations.
- Mayor
- VV Rajesh
- Deputy Mayor
- GS Asha Nath
- Votes for VV Rajesh
- 51
- Votes for UDF Candidate
- 17
- Votes for LDF Candidate
- 29
- Date of Election
- December 26, 2025
- Date of Letter
- January 1, 2026
- BJP's Vision
- Viksit Thiruvananthapuram
- Union Minister
- Suresh Gopi
- Potential Projects
- AIIMS, Forensic Laboratory, Smart City
Sources
Modi Pens Letter to BJP Mayor, Hails Historic Win in Thiruvananthapuram
PM Modi writes a heartfelt letter to BJP’s new Thiruvananthapuram mayor VV Rajesh
PM Modi pens heartfelt letter to BJP’s new Thiruvananthapuram mayor; says ‘UDF-LDF fixed match will end soon’
‘Fixed match’ of LDF, UDF to end, says PM; greets city mayor, party for maiden civic polls victory
Kerala will definitely get an AIIMS: Union Minister Suresh Gopi
Modi: People Ready for a New Dawn in Kerala
