Thiruvananthapuram, May 13 -- Keralam Congress President Sunny Joseph on Wednesday said that the announcement regarding the next Chief Minister is expected later in the day as discussions within the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) near completion.

Speaking to reporters, Joseph said party leaders and workers were waiting for the final decision from the Congress high command. "We expect the Chief Minister's name to be announced today. It is understood that all discussions have been completed. We are waiting for the announcement today. Sonia Gandhi was in the hospital, so there could be a slight delay because of that. The Chief Minister's name will be announced from Delhi," Joseph said.

The remarks come amid continued suspense o...