After a tense 10-day wait and intense internal lobbying, VD Satheesan has been named the next Chief Minister of Kerala. The Congress-led UDF’s sweeping victory in the assembly elections triggered a fierce leadership race, with supporters of Satheesan, KC Venugopal, and Ramesh Chennithala campaigning vigorously. The party high command ultimately made the decision after extensive consultations.
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How VD Satheesan became Kerala CM: Inside Congress’ 10-day showdown
- by The News Vista
- May 14, 2026
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