Kerala Congress Leaders Cool Tharoor’s CM Ambitions: “Party Comes First”

Shashi Tharoor’s hopes of becoming Kerala’s Chief Minister have hit a snag. Senior leaders within the state’s Congress party are pushing back against his open pursuit of the position, reminding everyone that the party, not individual ambition, takes precedence.

Tharoor’s Self-Promotion Sparks Internal Discontent

The Thiruvananthapuram MP’s recent actions, including sharing a survey that showed him as a favored CM candidate, have ruffled feathers within the party. This self-promotion has been interpreted by some as undermining the established procedures for selecting a Chief Ministerial candidate.

Senior Leaders Emphasize Party Process

Senior Congress leaders in Kerala have publicly reiterated that the party has a well-defined process for choosing its CM candidate. They downplayed Tharoor’s chances, emphasizing the importance of collective decision-making and party unity ahead of the crucial state elections.