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Kerala CM suspense ends Sunday as Congress weighs Venugopal versus Satheesan
Politics
Published on 8 May 2026
Two rivals, one party high command, and rebellion whispers
Kerala’s next Chief Minister decision is set to be finalized on Sunday as the Congress high command in Delhi weighs the UDF victory outcome. Party sources point to KC Venugopal and VD Satheesan as leading contenders, with intense consultations, lobbying in the background, and growing protests and internal rebellion buzz shaping the final call.
- Congress high command will make the final Kerala CM call in Delhi Sunday
- KC Venugopal and VD Satheesan are the top contenders so far
- UDF’s win triggers heavy lobbying and internal pressures within Congress
- Protests and rebellion buzz are influencing the final decision
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