UDF's Landslide Win Marks Political Resurgence in Kerala

The United Democratic Front (UDF) celebrated a 'historic win' in Kerala's assembly elections, securing 102 out of 140 seats. Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) Vice President VT Balram hailed the victory as a decade-long dream realized, emphasizing the widespread support for the Congress and UDF.

As the political landscape of the coastal state shifts, key figures like Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal and senior leader Ramesh Chennithala visited Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi to discuss leadership decisions. The contenders in line for the Chief Minister position include Venugopal, Chennithala, and Leader of Opposition VD Satheesan.

The Congress party is undertaking the process of selecting the Chief Minister, guided by feedback from its newly elected MLAs. Observers Ajay Maken and Mukul Wasnik are gathering insights for a decision. In the meantime, KC Venugopal expressed gratitude towards Kerala's citizens for their trust in Congress' leadership, reflected by the party's substantial win.

(With inputs from agencies.)