Congress scrambles to present a unified face following Sarin’s disavowal of Mamkootathil’s candidature

Congress leadership is facing internal turmoil as KPCC’s digital convenor disavowed the candidature of Youth Congress president for an Assembly by-election in Palakkad. This has caused a rift within the party, with some fearing disciplinary action against the dissident while others are trying to find common ground. The opposition leader has criticized the parochialism displayed by the dissident, pointing out instances where candidates from different regions have been fielded. The CPI(M) leadership seems to be eyeing the situation, hinting at a possible accommodation with the dissident. All this drama is unfolding as the by-election approaches, with potential implications for the ruling front’s chances.