V D Satheesan is set to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Kerala on May 18, 2023, and will receive the official vehicle with the 'State 1' registration plate. This plate is reserved for the Chief Minister, but attention is now focused on who will inherit the 'State 2' vehicle, which symbolizes the second-most powerful position in the state government. In the outgoing administration led by Pinarayi Vijayan, the 'State 2' plate was assigned to K. Rajan, the Revenue and Housing Minister, reflecting the Communist Party of India's (CPI) status within the Left Democratic Front (LDF). Despite the LDF's defeat in the recent elections, Rajan retained his seat in the Ollur constituency.

As the United Democratic Front (UDF) prepares to take power, speculation surrounds the allocation of the 'State 2' vehicle, traditionally viewed as a reflection of political seniority and coalition importance. P. K. Kunhalikutty, a senior leader from the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), is seen as a frontrunner due to the IUML's significant contribution to the UDF's 102-seat tally in the Assembly elections. Ramesh Chennithala, a veteran Congress leader, is also in the mix for a cabinet position. The allocation of these official vehicles remains a significant aspect of Kerala's unique political culture, with the General Administration Department expected to finalize decisions shortly after the cabinet announcements.