Key Allies Announce Ministerial Line-up in Kerala Cabinet Shake-Up

The IUML, a pivotal ally of the Congress, revealed its list of ministers for Kerala's new Cabinet led by V D Satheesan. Five leaders, including P K Kunhalikutty and N Shamsuddin, were selected for ministerial positions. The decision followed internal discussions and adhered to the coalition's agreement.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Thiruvananthapuram | Updated: 17-05-2026 18:23 IST | Created: 17-05-2026 18:23 IST
Key Allies Announce Ministerial Line-up in Kerala Cabinet Shake-Up
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In a significant political move, the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), a crucial partner of the Congress in Kerala, has unveiled its selection of ministers for the state's new Cabinet led by V D Satheesan.

At a press conference, Panakkad Sadik Ali Shihab Thangal, the IUML leader, announced the names of the five leaders entrusted with ministerial duties: P K Kunhalikutty, N Shamsuddin, K M Shaji, P K Basheer, and V E Abdul Gafoor.

The decision, Thangal noted, was reached after thorough internal discussions and in line with the coalition's power-sharing framework, marking a new chapter in Kerala's governance.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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