Ramesh Chennithala Disappointed Over Kerala CM Announcement, Says 'Seniority Ignored'

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala: Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala, who was among the key three contenders for the position of Kerala chief minister after the election results on May 4, said he was disappointed over the High Command choosing V D Satheesan as new chief minister.

The Haripad MP is unhappy over the high command ignorance towards his seniority, despite maintaining discipline throughout his political career alongside the Congress party. Chennithala has reportedly informed party leaders that he would not join the new council of ministers, Mathrubhumi reported citing party sources.

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