"Tamil Nadu Has Voted For Change": Rahul Gandhi Congratulates MK Stalin

Tamil Nadu was also the lone bright spot for the Congress where the DMK-led opposition alliance, of which it is a part, looked in a position of power to trounce the AIADMK-BJP coalition.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday congratulated his ally MK Stalin, whose DMK party seemed all set to win the Tamil Nadu elections, defeating the ruling AIADMK and the BJP. Congratulations to Shri MK Stalin for the victory.People of Tamil Nadu have voted for change and we will, under your leadership, prove to be a confident step in that direction.Best wishes. "Congratulations to Shri MK Stalin for the victory. People of Tamil Nadu have voted for change and we will, under your leadership, prove to be a confident step in that direction. Best wishes," he tweeted. Tamil Nadu appeared set for a new government with the DMK ahead in 121 seats and its partner Congress in 16, ruling AIADMK trailing with leads 80 seats in the 234-member assembly. Victory in 118 will ensure a simple majority.