VD Satheesan, a seasoned Congress leader and six-time MLA from Paravur, will officially take the oath of office as the Chief Minister of Kerala on May 18 at 10 am in the Central Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram. His election follows the United Democratic Front's (UDF) decisive victory in the recent Kerala Assembly elections, where they secured 102 seats in the 140-member Assembly. Satheesan was chosen as the leader of the Congress Legislature Party after thorough discussions within the party. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Congress leadership and party workers for their trust and support, emphasizing that the victory is a collective achievement of grassroots workers. Satheesan outlined his vision for a 'new Kerala,' focusing on improving the state's economy and addressing its financial vulnerabilities. He aims to lead the state through these challenging times, dedicating his leadership to the people of Kerala.