Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated VV Rajesh on his historic election as the first BJP Mayor of Thiruvananthapuram Corporation. In a letter, Modi hailed the victory as a "milestone in golden letters" and a sign of shifting political tides in Kerala, attributing it to people's faith in the BJP's vision for development and good governance. He also criticized the LDF and UDF for alleged corruption and violence, praising BJP workers for their efforts despite adversities.