Imphal, Mar 6 (IANS): Manipur's ruling Congress was set for an emphatic return to power as it took the lead in 23 constituencies with trends available for 34 of the 60 assembly seats.
The Congress was followed by the Trinamool Congress with three seats. Smaller parties were ahead in the remaining eight seats.
In Manipur, the main battle is between the Congress and an alliance of 11 opposition parties.