Following a successful election campaign in Kerala, the Congress party is now facing a significant crisis due to its indecision regarding the chief ministerial candidate. This internal conflict has embarrassed the party and strained its crucial alliance with the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML). During the election campaign, the United Democratic Front (UDF) presented a united front, but differences emerged as the results were awaited. The Congress high command's failure to act decisively has led to claims for leadership becoming increasingly vocal, causing discontent among allies and party members. The IUML, which played a pivotal role in the UDF's success, is particularly frustrated by the Congress's lack of clarity. This situation echoes past factionalism issues within the party, which had seemed to be resolved in recent years. As the party grapples with this crisis, it faces the challenge of restoring unity and public confidence, especially in light of the negative online discourse surrounding the situation.