VD Satheesan took the oath of office as the chief minister of Kerala and has begun his official duties in Thiruvananthapuram.
The transition marks a significant political shift in the state, as the United Democratic Front (UDF) has returned to power after a 10-year [2] hiatus. This change in leadership follows the 2026 [2] Kerala Assembly elections.
Following the swearing-in ceremony, Satheesan held his first cabinet meeting to initiate the new administration's agenda. The newly formed Council of Ministers consists of 20 [1] members.
Reports on the exact location of the inauguration vary. Some sources said the ceremony took place at the State Secretariat in Thiruvananthapuram [3], while other reports said it was held at the Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram [1].
The UDF victory ends a decade of opposition for the coalition, placing Satheesan at the helm of the state government. He has already transitioned into the operational phase of his tenure by convening with his ministers to discuss immediate priorities for the region.
“VD Satheesan took the oath of office as the Chief Minister of Kerala.”
The return of the UDF after a decade signifies a major electoral swing in Kerala's political landscape. By establishing a 20-member cabinet immediately following the 2026 elections, the new administration is signaling a readiness to implement a broad governance agenda and move past the previous decade of opposition.
