Kerala’s new UDF government will take oath on Monday at 10 AM. VD Satheesan will be sworn in as Chief Minister along with 20 other ministers in a historic ceremony.
Kerala Set for New UDF Government Swearing-In Ceremony
Kerala is all set to witness the formation of a new United Democratic Front (UDF) government on Monday morning. UDF leader VD Satheesan announced that the swearing-in ceremony will take place at 10 AM, where he along with 20 other ministers will take oath of office and secrecy.
The development marks a significant political moment in Kerala, as the entire UDF cabinet will reportedly take oath together for the first time in nearly 60 years.
21 Ministers to Join the New Cabinet
VD Satheesan confirmed that the list of 20 ministers has already been submitted to Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar. Including the Chief Minister-designate himself, the new government will consist of 21 members.
According to Satheesan, the cabinet list received approval from the party high command before being forwarded to the Governor.
| Position | Details |
|---|---|
| Chief Minister | VD Satheesan |
| Total Ministers | 21 |
| Swearing-In Date | Monday |
| Time | 10 AM |
| Alliance | United Democratic Front (UDF) |
Balancing Regional and Social Representation
Speaking about the cabinet formation, VD Satheesan admitted that selecting ministers was not an easy task. He stated that several deserving leaders could not be accommodated due to the need for maintaining regional and social balance within the cabinet.
The leadership focused on ensuring representation from different regions and communities while finalizing the ministerial list. Political observers believe this approach aims to strengthen the UDF’s support base across Kerala.
Historic Moment for Kerala Politics
The swearing-in ceremony is expected to draw significant political attention across the state. The simultaneous oath-taking of the entire cabinet is being viewed as a rare and symbolic event in Kerala’s political history.
With the new government preparing to assume office, focus will now shift toward cabinet portfolios and the administration’s initial policy decisions.
FAQ
When will the Kerala UDF government take oath?
The new UDF government in Kerala will take oath on Monday at 10 AM.
How many ministers are included in the new Kerala cabinet?
A total of 21 ministers, including VD Satheesan, will be part of the new cabinet.
Why were some senior leaders not included in the cabinet?
VD Satheesan said regional and social balance were major factors in cabinet formation, which prevented some deserving leaders from getting ministerial positions.