Alappuzha, May 17 -- Former CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran, who was elected as a UDF-backed Independent MLA, on Sunday met Congress MP K C Venugopal at his residence in Alappuzha, describing the visit as a personal and non-political interaction while also commenting on political developments in the state.

Sudhakaran said his meeting with Venugopal was informal and based on personal rapport and denied any lobbying for ministerial or other positions.

"I came to meet KC as part of a friendly visit. We share a good personal relationship that goes beyond politics. Since he was here, I thought of meeting him. I heard that they have almost finalised the Cabinet. I have not asked for any ministerial position, nor have I approached anyone for recomm...