Kerala cabinet formation update: UDF finalizes Kerala cabinet list, IUML gets five ministerial posts

Congress MP Shafi Parambil said on Sunday (May 17, 2026) that the swearing-in of the Kerala Chief Minister and Council of Ministers will mark the launch of ‘Team UDF’.

Speaking to reporters, Mr. Parambil said the process moved quickly, with the CM being decided within 11 days and only a few more days to finalize the ministers.

“The days are coming when the promises made by the UDF to the people will be fulfilled,” he said.

Mr. Parambil, who is KPCC vice-president and MP from Vadakara, said the ongoing cabinet discussions are a crucial process to ensure the formation of a government that works in the interest of the people. “There is no controversy as claimed. Decisions are taken after exploring all options. The proposal will be submitted to the AICC for approval,” he said.

PTI