Kottayam, March 21 -- Congress leader and Puthuppally MLA Chandy Oommen filed his nomination for the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections on Saturday, expressing confidence that the United Democratic Front (UDF) would return to power in the state.

Oommen submitted his nomination papers to Revenue Divisional Officer Shibu P in Kottayam, accompanied by party workers and supporters.

Speaking to reporters after filing his nomination, Oommen said, "Today I have submitted my nomination for the election. The victim of Thiruvananthapuram Medical College has paid the amount for the nomination. After the election, UDF will win and a new Chief Minister will lead the Kerala government."

The Puthuppally seat holds significant political importance for...