The Congress party is embroiled in a leadership crisis in Kerala as it delays the announcement of the next Chief Minister following a significant electoral victory. The United Democratic Front (UDF) won 102 out of 140 Assembly seats, marking a notable comeback after a decade. However, this success has led to intense infighting among party members, with supporters of senior leaders VD Satheesan, KC Venugopal, and Ramesh Chennithala actively campaigning for their preferred candidates through protests and demonstrations in both Kerala and New Delhi. The BJP's Kerala unit has suggested that Venugopal may be favored by both state and national party leaders, as he poses little political threat in either role. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi are reportedly engaged in discussions to reach a consensus on the Chief Minister appointment, aiming to avoid further embarrassment after their decisive win. The situation reflects a classic power struggle within the Congress party, balancing organizational strength against legislative leadership, and the influence of Delhi versus local preferences.