Sunny Joseph named KPCC president to strengthen Christian support

KOTTAYAM: As a significant development marked by a smooth transition of power — coming as it does after a long-drawn-out process that was testy and tough — the appointment of Sunny Joseph as president of the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) has surpassed expectations

The fact that Sunny is a Catholic is being seen as one of several factors that contributed to his favourable reception within the state unit of the party. His appointment is noteworthy as it has been over three decades since a Catholic has held the position of KPCC chief. The last Catholic to serve in the role was A K Antony from 1987 to 1992.