New Delhi, May 4 -- Indira Bhavan transformed into a scene of pure jubilation on Monday as Congress-led UDF supporters celebrated early results from the Kerala Assembly elections, signalling a powerful return to governance in the state after a decade.

A massive wave of excited workers swarmed the KPCC headquarters, chanting slogans and sharing sweets as they monitored large screens. The atmosphere shifted from hopeful to electric as the UDF surpassed the 71-seat threshold and eventually accelerated past the 100-seat milestone in the 140-member House.

The festivities reached a fever pitch once the tally hit triple digits. Supporters erupted in cheers, embraced colleagues and set off firecrackers. Party banners waved throughout the ground...