VD Satheesan was inaugurated as the Chief Minister of Kerala on Monday, leading the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) back to power after a decade. The oath-taking ceremony took place at the Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, with Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administering the oath to Satheesan and his 20-member Council of Ministers. The Cabinet showcases a blend of seasoned politicians and first-time MLAs, highlighting the UDF's strategy to balance experience with new ideas. Notable figures include Ramesh Chennithala, a veteran politician and former home minister, and K Muraleedharan, who carries forward a prominent political legacy. The Cabinet also features Bindu Krishna, a first-time MLA and influential woman leader, and OJ Janeesh, the youngest member at 37. Other prominent members include PK Kunhalikutty of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), who has been influential in the UDF since 1991, and T Siddique, a two-term MLA. This new government aims to address various issues facing Kerala while leveraging the extensive experience of its senior leaders.