THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Kerala Congress working chairman P J Joseph is likely to contest in Idukki as an independent candidate. Congress is aiming to settle the issues among Kerala Congress (M) leaders. This matter will be discussed with P K Kunjalikkutti on Wednesday night.
Congress will not be ready to oppose P J Jospeh who had played a key role in bringing K M Mani and Kerala Congress back to UDF. However, a final decision will be taken only after discussing the matter with IUML.
Mani group will not oppose Joseph's candidacy in Idukki. Congress had planned to field Oomman Chandy in Idukki. However, Chandy is hesitant to contest the elections.