Kerala's Leadership Shift: VD Satheesan Becomes Chief Minister

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated VD Satheesan on becoming Kerala's Chief Minister. After leading the Congress-led UDF to a significant victory, Satheesan and his 20 Cabinet members were sworn in. The central government has pledged support to meet the aspirations of Kerala's people.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended congratulations to VD Satheesan, who officially became Kerala's new Chief Minister on Monday. This comes after Satheesan's leadership steered the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) back to power, successfully overcoming the long-standing Left front dominance.

The swearing-in ceremony took place in Thiruvananthapuram, with Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar overseeing the oath. Satheesan's Cabinet, comprising 20 members, includes representatives from major alliance parties, such as the UDF's second-largest constituent, the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML).

Prime Minister Modi assured Kerala of the central government's assistance in addressing the state's developmental goals and the people's aspirations, marking a supportive collaboration between state and central administrations. The political landscape in Kerala thus shifts to a new phase under Satheesan's leadership.