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Following his Chief Minister designation, V D Satheesan met K C Venugopal to dispel rumours of discord, affirming party unity. They discussed cabinet formation, with the new government set to be sworn in on Monday.
Public sentiment and significant support from the Muslim League ultimately favoured V D Satheesan over K C Venugopal for the Kerala Chief Minister post.
The Congress has been engaged in hectic discussions since May 4, when the UDF secured a sweeping victory in the Assembly elections by winning 102 seats.
Congress leaders met in Delhi following their Assembly victory, with a Chief Minister decision anticipated soon.
Sandeep Varier's backing of K.C. Venugopal for Kerala Chief Minister caused backlash, leading to cancelled victory road shows in Trikaripur and internal party debate on WhatsApp.
With senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala agreeing to abide by the high command’s decision, the contest is now largely seen as being between AICC general secretary (organisation) K C Venugopal and Opposition leader in the 15th Kerala Assembly V D Satheesan.
Kerala's Chief Minister selection remains uncertain. Former KPCC presidents are meeting the 'high command' in Delhi, suggesting a preference for K C Venugopal over V D Satheesan, despite potential political risks and upcoming by-elections.
Kerala's chief ministerial race remains unresolved, with Congress high command pausing discussions due to continued lobbying among three main contenders, prolonging uncertainty.
Kasaragod MP Rajmohan Unnithan defended K C Venugopal, condemning the tearing of Oommen Chandy posters and urging an end to factional clashes over Kerala's next chief minister.
The Congress leadership is expected to hold detailed discussions with the three main contenders for the chief minister’s post
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