K Karunakaran's daughter joining the BJP is considered by the central leadership to be a good operation during the Lok Sabha elections. The moves of the central leadership were without imposing anything on the state component. Padmaja came to Delhi several times for negotiations. The talks progressed under the watchful eye of leaders including JP Nadda. From the offer to contest in the Lok Sabha elections to the post of governor, it is reported that there are discussions. The proposal is to contest in Chalakudy constituency. In that case BJP may take the Chalakudy seat and give the Ernakulam seat to the BDJS.
At the same time, Padmaja held a final round of talks with JP Nadda. The Prime Minister will also meet Padmaja. Congress tried to persuade but Padmaja did not relent. Padmaja placed measures in front of AICC General Secretary KC Venugopal who intervened to avoid a backlash during the elections. Now Congress should give assurance that it will give Rajya Sabha seat. Suggestions such as revoking the positions given to the complained leaders were put forward. At the same time, the Congress clarified that Padmaja could not win despite being given constituencies which are Congress strongholds and the allegations are baseless. Even when Padmaja Venugopal says that she is going to the BJP without any conditions, it is indicated that the post of governor is also under discussion. There are also plans to contest in Chalakudy. Central leadership directly intervened in the discussions.