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Work in Kerala begins now: Rahul Gandhi after govt sworn in
May-18-2026

Following the formation of the Congress-led UDF government in Kerala, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi emphasized that the people's voice will guide the new government, led by V D Satheesan, and that ‘work begins now.’ While, party president Mallikarjun Kharge said that the state will now witness ‘true progress’ and ‘future-led development’.

Rahul Gandhi said, ‘The people of Keralam fought for this government. Their voice will guide it. ‘Warm congratulations to V D Satheesan ji and the entire cabinet, who will now represent the voice of every Keralite. Thanks to K C Venugopal ji, who led this campaign from the frontlines. Gandhi added, ‘This victory belongs to every UDF worker and digital warrior who sacrificed tirelessly during this campaign. The work begins now’.

Mallikarjun as also extended his congratulations to V D Satheesan and the Council of Ministers as the new government was sworn in. Kharge said, ‘I am confident that under the collective leadership of the Congress-UDF, Keralam will now witness true progress and future-led development. Dignity, justice, freedom, inclusion, and amity remain the pillars of our commitment’.

Both Kharge and Gandhi attended the swearing-in ceremony of Kerala Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan. Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office to V.D. Satheesan as the Chief Minister of Kerala, along with his 20-member council of ministers, at a ceremony in Thiruvananthapuram. The ceremony was also attended by Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and several Chief Ministers from Congress-ruled states.


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