The Congress high command has temporarily halted discussions regarding Kerala’s chief minister selection after a week of intense negotiations. The pause comes as the party seeks to forge consensus among three primary contenders for the position: K C Venugopal, V D Satheesan, and Ramesh Chennithala.
Following the election verdict, each candidate has mounted sustained campaigns for the top job. Despite extended deliberations, party leadership has been unable to develop a formula that satisfies all three aspirants. Sources indicate the selection process remains deadlocked over competing claims and demands from the camps backing each leader.
The Congress high command signaled that a resolution may require additional time. Officials suggested the final decision could emerge within the next two days as negotiations resume. The delay reflects the complexity of balancing factional interests within the Kerala Congress unit while maintaining party cohesion.
Source: Onmanorama | May 11, 2026