C.P. Mathew, president of the Idukki District Congress Committee (DCC), has taken disciplinary action against four party activists for organizing a march in support of V.D. Satheesan as the next Chief Minister of Kerala. The protest, held in Mangattukavala near Thodupuzha, was seen as a breach of directives from the party's high command. As a result, Mathew removed V.E. Thajudheen, Rajesh Babu, Robin Myladi, and Joy Myladi from their respective positions. This decision followed demands from KPCC general secretary Nisha Soman for strict action against the involved activists, who reportedly used a DCC WhatsApp group to coordinate the protest. The disciplinary measures have sparked significant internal friction among Congress leaders, with Idukki MP Dean Kuriakose expressing strong dissatisfaction. He described the actions as unethical and highlighted that similar protests had occurred elsewhere in the state without repercussions. Kuriakose urged the party leadership to respect the sentiments of grassroots workers, noting their crucial role in the party's recent electoral success.