Political Shift in Puducherry: New Appointments and Alliances

Lieutenant Governor K Kailashnathan appointed AIADMK's A Anbalagan as the pro-tem Speaker of Puducherry's 16th Legislative Assembly. Chief Minister N Rangasamy, backed by AINRC and NDA, began his fifth term. Ministers from affiliated parties also took oaths, following NDA's victory in the April elections.

In a significant political development, Lieutenant Governor K Kailashnathan has appointed A Anbalagan, representing AIADMK, as the pro-tem Speaker of Puducherry’s 16th Legislative Assembly.

The recommendation came directly from Chief Minister N Rangasamy. This move underscores the strategic alliances within the ruling coalition, as AINRC founder N Rangasamy assumed office as the Chief Minister for the fifth time.

The NDA, having successfully retained power in the April polls, also welcomed cabinet members Malladi Krishna Rao and A Namassivayam as ministers, cementing their legislative control in Puducherry.