For the time being not working together, will do so when situation is favourable, says Joseph

KOTTAYAM: If a positive response is obtained, will campaign together in Pala, said Kerala Congress (M) working chairman P J Joseph. We will not work together

for the time being and the situation is no longer there and has entrusted Mons Joseph to hold talks with the UDF leadership, Joseph told media. Has informed UDF leaders about it. It was reported earlier that Joseph was softening his stance following the intervention of the UDF.

Joseph said, “The congress leaders have intervened. Spoke to Mullappally Ramachandran and Oommen Chandy. It is not a situation to campaign together. We don’t want to create any problems anywhere. We will cooperate when the situation is favourable. Mons has been entrusted for it and they will hold discussions.”

Joseph had stated that they will not campaign together after he was booed by the supporters of Jose K Manu at the UDF election convention last week. The Joseph faction convened a parallel meet and decided to campaign separately. They also lodged a complaint against Jose faction leaders for insulting Joseph. The complaint given to Pala circle inspector has accused 12 leaders and 25 known persons.