Kerala CM Announcement News Live Updates: Kerala's designated CM Satheesan meets Guv, likely to take oath on May 18

Kerala CM Announcement Live: The Congress leadership has announced V D Satheesan as the new chief minister of Kerala, bringing an end to days of intense political suspense following the Assembly election results. The decision comes after nearly 10 days of internal consultations, keeping the Kerala CM race closely watched across the state.After days of speculation following the Assembly election results, senior Congress leaders Ajay Maken and Deepa Dasmunshi held a press briefing at 12 pm, where the formal announcement was made.The Congress Legislature Party (CLP) meeting is scheduled at the KPCC headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram, where newly elected MLAs will formally elect their legislative leader. The announcement, according to party sources, is expected to determine the next Chief Minister of Kerala, marking a crucial step in government formation.Key contenders in the race include K C Venugopal, V D Satheesan, and Ramesh Chennithala, whose names have featured prominently in discussions at both state and national levels. Sources indicate that deliberations within the Congress high command, including consultations involving leaders brought to Delhi earlier, have played a major role in shaping the final decision.The Congress-led UDF secured a decisive victory in the election, winning 102 out of 140 seats, marking a strong return to power after a decade. The Left Democratic Front (LDF) managed to secure 35 seats, reflecting a significant shift in voter mandate.Ahead of the announcement, the political atmosphere in Kerala remains highly charged, with public interest centered on who will become the state’s 13th Chief Minister since its formation in 1956.