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VD Satheesan Sworn In as Kerala Chief Minister, Marking UDF's Decade-Long Return
Kerala Oath Taking Ceremony LIVE Updates: VD Satheesan To Be Sworn In As UDF Returns After Decade
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VD Satheesan has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of Kerala, marking the United Democratic Front's (UDF) return to power after a decade. The UDF won a decisive victory in the recent Assembly elections, securing 102 out of 140 seats. The ceremony took place at Thiruvananthapuram Central Stadium, with senior Congress leaders in attendance.
- 01The swearing-in ceremony took place at 10 am at Thiruvananthapuram Central Stadium.
- 02The UDF coalition secured 102 seats in the 140-member Kerala Assembly elections held on April 9, 2023.
- 03VD Satheesan, aged 61, served as the Leader of the Opposition for the last five years and revitalized the party's grassroots base.
- 04Senior Congress leaders present at the ceremony included Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and Mallikarjun Kharge.
- 05The election results were declared on May 4, 2023, unseating the CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF).
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VD Satheesan was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Kerala today, marking a significant moment for the United Democratic Front (UDF) as it returns to power after a decade. The ceremony took place at 10 am at the Thiruvananthapuram Central Stadium, despite predictions of thunderstorms. This event is a culmination of the UDF's successful campaign, which was encapsulated in their election slogan, 'Kerala Jayikkum, UDF Nayikkum' (Kerala will win, UDF will lead). In the recent Assembly elections held on April 9, 2023, the UDF secured a decisive victory, winning 102 seats out of 140, while the Left Democratic Front (LDF) won 35 seats and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) managed only 3 seats. The results were announced on May 4, 2023. Satheesan, who previously served as the Leader of the Opposition, is recognized for revitalizing the party's grassroots support. Alongside him, a full Cabinet of 20 ministers will also be sworn in, with prominent party leaders such as Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and Mallikarjun Kharge in attendance.
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The UDF's return to power could lead to new policies and governance strategies that may affect various sectors in Kerala, including education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
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