The Kerala Congress (KC) has protested the Congress party's reported plan to contest the Idukki Assembly seat, currently held by KC's Roshy Augustine. KC district president M.J. Jacob alleged that certain Congress leaders with 'vested interests' are pushing this agenda, emphasizing the KC's long history with the constituency. He stated the KC has suitable candidates and warned that a UDF attempt to defeat the KC candidate would result in a loss for the front.