New Delhi: Ending uncertainty over Trinamool Congress’ stand in connection with the election to the post of Speaker of Lok Sabha, the party has decided to support Congress candidate Kodikkunnil Suresh. On Tuesday, TMC had said that the decision to field Kodikkunnil was unilateral and TMC’s opinion was not sought before taking a decision. 

NDA had already announced Om Birla, an MP from Rajasthan as their candidate for the post of speaker. The 18th Lok Sabha will witness a rare contest as both Om Birla and Kodikkunnil would test their strength on the floor of Lok Sabha.