Congress MP K Sudhakaran Advocates for Ramesh Chennithala as CM Candidate

K Sudhakaran, Congress MP, supports Ramesh Chennithala as the potential CM candidate for the UDF in the upcoming Kerala assembly elections. He hopes Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan won't enter political exile. Sudhakaran also acknowledges Rahul Gandhi's desire for a woman CM is his personal view.

In a recent political development, Congress MP K Sudhakaran has expressed his support for senior leader Ramesh Chennithala as the chief ministerial candidate should the United Democratic Front (UDF) come to power in the April 9 assembly polls.

Sudhakaran, addressing reporters, emphasized that leaders are entitled to voice their preferences when it comes to selecting a candidate for the top post. He reaffirmed his stance despite differing opinions, including Rahul Gandhi's preference for having a woman as Kerala's Chief Minister.

Amidst ongoing speculations, Sudhakaran also commented on the possibility of Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan going into political exile if the UDF faces defeat. Wishing to avoid such an outcome, Sudhakaran expressed his hope for a favorable election result to prevent Satheesan from keeping his word to exit politics.

(With inputs from agencies.)