Kerala Congress Leadership Clash: CM Selection Dilemma
The Congress leaders in Kerala are divided over coalition partners' roles in selecting the Chief Minister. Central leadership holds discussions in Delhi, with senior leaders expressing divided opinions on whether UDF allies should influence the decision. The main contenders for CM include Ramesh Chennithala, V D Satheesan, and K C Venugopal.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Thiruvananthapuram | Updated: 12-05-2026 16:16 IST | Created: 12-05-2026 16:16 IST
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As the Congress grapples with internal divisions in Kerala over the selection of the Chief Minister, the central leadership in Delhi has begun discussions with key state leaders.
MLA Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan and others were seen advocating for a decision that respects the views of legislators, while maintaining coalition dynamics.
With key contenders Ramesh Chennithala, V D Satheesan, and K C Venugopal in the running, balancing party interests with coalition demands remains pivotal.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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- Chennithala
- Satheesan
- Venugopal
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