Satheesan addressed the State Level Bankers’ Committee, his first after taking over as Chief Minister
He was suspended just two days before his retirement on May 31; ADGP had recommended department-level action against Javad
Visits temple for first time after assuming office
Congress leader Jinto John says a Congress that doesn’t carry the baggage of caste is a lot more inclusive
V.D. Satheesan is now the unquestionable leader of Kerala Muslims and Christians, around half of the State’s population; over the past five years, he has carefully crafted his political positions.
Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office and secrecy to Mr. Satheesan and the Ministers-designate over a one-hour ceremony
Mr. Satheesan said government formation talks had “passed an important stage” and there was no roadblock to naming the cabinet
Chief Minister-designate V.D. Satheesan’s office confirmed that the Congress has allocated five Cabinet berths to the IUML, the second-largest constituent of the UDF
A self-described supporter of Nehruvian socialism, the Congress leader who steered the party-led alliance, out of power for a decade, to an emphatic victory over the Left Democratic Front in Kerala, is now set to take the reins of the State
CM-designate says attacks on IUML is a strategic attempt to create a social divide and warns that if League is weakened, the resulting political vacuum would be filled by radical communal forces
The fierce rivals in the Assembly had a warm meeting at Pinarayi’s house as the mantle of chief ministership passes to Satheesan
Political analysts say the former Leader of the Opposition cultivated strong acceptance among Muslims and many see him as “one among us”
The new State government might consider partial work-from-home options for public offices and the private sector to help employees save on increasing commuting costs
Mr Chennithala also appeared to dispel reports that he would eschew joining Mr Satheesan’s cabinet. When asked whether he would join the government as a Minister, Mr Chennithala said, “Forming the cabinet is the Chief Minister’s prerogative”
In today’s episode: Kerala finally gets its next Chief Minister as the Congress names V.D. Satheesan for the top post after weeks of suspense and internal discussions. We also track the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting hosted by India in New Delhi, where External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addressed key global challenges and diplomatic priorities.
K.V. Thomas also extends his heartfelt congratulations to the Congress leader.
On the S.M. Street, the party workers distributed sweets to the public and organised demonstrations marking the announcement. The DCC organised a procession in the city congratulating V.D. Satheesan, the Chief Minister-designate
A.K. Antony urges V.D. Satheesan be granted time to address Kerala’s deepening financial crisis. He emphasises that Satheesan faces a daunting challenge, recalling his own experience in 2001 when initial public support quickly waned amid tough governmental decisions.
V.D. Satheesan is set to become the State’s next Chief Minister
Party will finalise its Cabinet nominees only after the Congress Legislature Party meeting scheduled on Thursday. Speculation remains strong over Mr. Kunhalikutty’s inclusion in the Cabinet, with his name being widely discussed for the post of Deputy Chief Minister
He terms Chennithala, United Democratic Front’s (UDF) campaign committee chairperson, ‘his leader, close friend and beloved party compatriot.’ He also appeared to place on record Venugopal’s ‘immense contribution to the UDF’s historic win.’
The past decades also saw the former KSU leader Satheesan growing in stature and political clout both within the organisation and outside
Congress Legislature Party will meet at 4 p.m. on May 14 in Thiruvananthapuram and formally nominate V.D. Satheesan to the Chief Minister’s post
It was not immediately evident how the Congress leadership had eventually resolved the dispute among Mr. Satheesan, Ramesh Chennithala and and K.C. Venugopal, the three senior leaders who were in the running for the Chief Minister’s post
It was not immediately evident how the Congress leadership had eventually resolved the dispute among Mr. Satheesan, Ramesh Chennithala and and K.C. Venugopal, the three senior leaders who were in the running for the Chief Minister’s post