On Sunday, VD Satheesan, Kerala's Chief Minister-designate, announced the new cabinet ahead of the swearing-in ceremony set for Monday. The cabinet was formed after extensive discussions among allies of the United Democratic Front (UDF), prioritizing social and regional representation. Satheesan will take on the dual role of Chief Minister and Finance Minister, while Ramesh Chennithala will be the Home Minister. Notably, the cabinet includes senior Congress figures such as KPCC Chief Sunny Joseph and K. Muraleedharan. In total, the Congress party has nominated several ministers, including AP Anilkumar, PC Vishnunadh, and others, with KA Thulasi being one of the two women ministers. The Indian Union Muslim League will also have representation with ministers like PK Kunhalikutty and KM Shaji. Additionally, coalition partners such as CP John from the CMP and Shibu Baby John from the RSP have been included. Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan has been appointed as the Speaker of the Assembly, with Shanimol Usman as the Deputy Speaker. Satheesan acknowledged the need for social balance and regional representation in the cabinet formation.