Thiruvananthapuram, May 4 -- With the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) sweeping to power in Kerala in a decisive mandate, attention has quickly turned to the most pressing political question - who will occupy the Chief Minister's post.
Even as celebrations continue, intense deliberations are underway within the Congress over leadership.
Having secured a clear majority on its own in the Assembly, the party is in a strong position to choose its leader without significant pressure from alliance partners, including the Indian union Muslim League.
Leader of the Opposition V. D. Satheesan has emerged as the frontrunner for the top post. Widely credited with spearheading the campaign against the outgoing Left Democratic Front governme...