Day after swearing-in, portfolios of ministers yet to be notified
The portfolios of ministers in the newly sworn-in UDF government are still unconfirmed due to ongoing negotiations. Discussions between Congress and the IUML over key departments have delayed the notification to the Governor. The finalization of the cabinet list is expected soon, but the exact timing remains uncertain.
- ▪The UDF government led by CM VD Satheesan took oath, but cabinet portfolios are yet to be notified.
- ▪Negotiations between Congress and IUML over control of higher education and fisheries departments are causing delays.
- ▪The Governor is expected to receive the list of cabinet portfolios soon, but it may not happen tonight.
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Day after swearing-in, portfolios of ministers yet to be notifiedUDF's cabinet portfolios remain unconfirmed due to negotiations between Congress and IUML over key departments, delaying notification to the Governor.Published on: May 20, 2026 7:26 AM ISTBy Vishnu Varma, ThiruvananthapuramShare viaCopy link A day after the UDF government took oath under the leadership of chief minister VD Satheesan, the portfolios of the cabinet ministers, including the CM, are yet to be formally notified.The newly appointed UDF council of ministers, led by CM VD Satheesan, with Kerala governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, after their swearing-in at Thiruvananthapuram on Monday.
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