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PM’s rally in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed a massive public rally in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on 23 January 2026, where he expressed gratitude for the warm reception and overwhelming public enthusiasm. He said every visit to Kerala fills him with affection and energy and noted that the atmosphere in Thiruvananthapuram reflected a renewed sense of hope and confidence for change in the state.
Shri Modi reiterated, “The BJP’s victory in Thiruvananthapuram is historic and unprecedented. It has laid the foundation for BJP-led governance in Kerala. The mandate given in the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation is echoing not just across Kerala, but across the entire country. It reflects the people’s trust in good governance and their commitment to building a Viksit Kerala. I thank the voters of Thiruvananthapuram for placing their faith in the BJP.”
Both LDF and UDF governments failed
Highlighting years of neglect, Shri Modi said both LDF and UDF governments had failed Thiruvananthapuram for decades, leaving the city behind even in basic facilities due to corruption and misgovernance. He said the BJP has begun working with a clear vision of ‘Viksit Thiruvananthapuram’ and assured full support to transform the city into one of the best cities in India.
Referring to the upcoming elections, he stated they would determine Kerala’s future direction. He said Kerala has long alternated between LDF and UDF, both of which have weakened the state through corruption, poor governance, and appeasement politics. He presented the BJP-NDA as the third alternative, focused on development and good governance.
He remarked that while LDF and UDF may have different symbols, their politics and agenda remain the same, marked by corruption and lack of accountability. He urged voters to form a truly people centric government, asserting that only BJP-NDA can deliver transparent and effective governance in Kerala.
NDA government has a clear roadmap
Addressing youth and employment, the PM said NDA government has a clear roadmap for creating job opportunities for Kerala’s youth. He highlighted India’s growing global partnerships under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and said Kerala stands to benefit significantly if a double-engine government is formed in the state.
On infrastructure development, the PM said the BJP views infrastructure creation as a major driver of employment. Referring to the Vizhinjam Port, the PM said it has already handled nearly 150 vessels and three lakh containers within six months of inauguration, generating employment and strengthening Kerala’s trade capacity.
Scams in Kerala affected poor and middle class
Expressing concern over corruption, the Prime Minister referred to cooperative bank scams in Kerala that affected poor and middle-class families. He assured that those responsible would be held accountable and said that every rupee looted would be recovered if BJP is given an opportunity.
On religious matters, Shri Modi reiterated his deep faith in Lord Ayyappa and criticised the LDF government for hurting Sabarimala traditions. He assured that allegations of irregularities, including gold theft, would be thoroughly investigated and that guilty individuals would be punished.
Concluding his speech, Shri Modi said over the next 25 years, a decisive mandate is needed to make Kerala a developed state. Calling upon the people of Kerala, he said this is the time for Viksit Keralam, and asserted that now is the right time for an NDA government.