During their first formal legislature party meeting in Thiruvananthapuram, the 63 newly elected Congress MLAs in Kerala passed a resolution empowering the All India Congress Committee (AICC) to select the new chief minister. AICC general secretary Mukul Wasnik and treasurer Ajay Maken met with MLAs to gather their preferences, which will be reported back to the party leadership. Opposition leader VD Satheesan, a key contender for the position, also engaged with the MLAs. The resolution was moved by KPCC president Sunny Joseph and seconded by Satheesan, indicating a unified approach within the party. Following this meeting, senior Congress leaders will head to Delhi to assist in finalizing the CM candidate. An announcement is anticipated either Saturday or Sunday, with several names, including Satheesan and Ramesh Chennithala, being considered for the role.