The race for the Chief Minister of Kerala has narrowed to three candidates, with KC Venugopal receiving a significant boost in support after a meeting with Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha. This meeting included key figures from the Kerala Congress, where seven out of eight former state unit chiefs expressed their backing for Venugopal. Another contender, VD Satheesan, has received limited support, while Ramesh Chennithala appears to be out of contention. The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) achieved a historic comeback by winning 102 out of 140 Assembly seats, while the Left Democratic Front secured only 35 seats. The delay in announcing the new Chief Minister has sparked political stir among party factions, prompting protests and demonstrations. Rahul Gandhi emphasized the need for unity within the party during the meeting. The announcement is anticipated by Tuesday night or Wednesday morning, following further discussions with party leadership.