Kerala’s Chief Minister-designate V.D. Satheesan holds out an olive branch to other contenders for the top post
V.D. Satheesan, the newly designated Chief Minister-designate for Kerala, expressed gratitude to K.C. Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala, who were considered for the top post, while also acknowledging the contributions of other leaders within the United Democratic Front (UDF). He attributed the 10-day delay in selecting a Chief Minister to the "glut of choices" and emphasized that the final decision rests with the Congress's high command. He assured the people of Kerala of progress and development under his leadership, promising to work closely with the UDF to form the government.
17 MAY 2026
— The Hindu
V.D. Satheesan will be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Kerala on May 18, 2026, alongside his Cabinet members from the UDF.
18 MAY 2026
— The Hindu
Newly appointed Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan welcomed P.C. Vishnunadh to his cabinet, signifying a significant connection between the two states.
23 MAY 2026
— The Hindu
Kerala's Chief Electoral Officer, Rathan U. Kelkar, will transition to the role of Secretary to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan.
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