Politics·5/1/2026AI summary Congress Senior Leader Tariq Anwar Explains Party Process for Kerala CM Candidate Amid KC Venugopal Speculation
Senior Congress leader Tariq Anwar has clarified the party's internal process for selecting Kerala's chief minister if the United Democratic Front wins the upcoming Assembly elections. Speaking as former Kerala in-charge, Anwar stated that any decision on making KC Venugopal the CM would require following established party procedures, including observer meetings and final approval from the high command. The Congress general secretary (organisation) has not contested the Assembly polls, but even if interested, he must undergo the requisite process.