Congress Set to Secure 12 Ministerial Berths in Kerala's New Cabinet
Kerala Cabinet Berth Talks Near Finalisation, Congress Likely To Get 12 Seats

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The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is finalizing its new cabinet in Kerala, with the Congress party expected to secure 12 ministerial positions, including the Chief Minister's role. The swearing-in ceremony for Chief Minister-designate VD Satheesan is scheduled for Monday, following the UDF's victory in the recent assembly elections.
- 01The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) is set to receive five ministerial berths in the new cabinet.
- 02Chandy Oommen, son of former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, is likely to be included in the cabinet.
- 03The Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP), Kerala Congress (Joseph), Kerala Congress (Jacob), and CMP are expected to each receive one cabinet berth.
- 04IUML State General Secretary PMA Salam confirmed that the list of ministers would be submitted to the Governor before 4 PM on Sunday.
- 05The UDF coalition secured 102 out of 140 seats in the Kerala Assembly, marking the end of the Left Democratic Front's decade-long governance.
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The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is on the verge of finalizing its new cabinet, with a swearing-in ceremony for Chief Minister-designate VD Satheesan set for Monday. Reports indicate that the Congress party is expected to receive 12 ministerial berths, including the Chief Minister's position. The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), a crucial ally, is anticipated to secure five berths, while other coalition partners such as the Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP), Kerala Congress (Joseph), and Kerala Congress (Jacob) are likely to receive one berth each. Congress leader Shafi Parambil stated that the cabinet list would be available shortly, emphasizing the new government's commitment to meeting public expectations after a decade in opposition. The IUML's PMA Salam confirmed that the final list of ministers would be submitted to the Governor before 4 PM on Sunday, paving the way for an official announcement. The UDF's recent electoral success, winning 102 seats in the 140-member Kerala Assembly, has ended the Left Democratic Front's ten-year rule, setting the stage for a new political landscape in the state.
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The new cabinet formation is expected to address the needs and expectations of the people of Kerala after a decade of opposition.
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