UDF government formation negotiations in Kerala turn into a roller-coaster political ride
Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) government-formation talks on Sunday (May 17, 2026) were marked by a rollercoaster of negotiations and political maneuvering. Chief Minister-designate V.D. Satheesan engaged in discussions with various Congress factions vying for Cabinet positions. Congress leaders, including All India Congress Committee (AICC) general secretary in charge of Kerala Deepa Dasmunshi, reportedly intervened to facilitate a lasting consensus on the Cabinet formation before the deadline. The negotiations involved accommodating CPI(M) veterans and MLA-elects while addressing concerns from single-legislator parties like the Nationalist Congress Kerala and Kerala Congress (Jacob).
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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