In a significant moment in Kerala politics, V.D. Satheesan, the incoming Chief Minister, visited his longtime political rival Pinarayi Vijayan. Vijayan, who held the top office for nearly a decade, will now become the Leader of Opposition as Satheesan takes over. The meeting between the two leaders at Vijayan’s residence garnered much attention as they shared a cup of green tea in a seemingly cordial atmosphere.
Satheesan emphasized that the visit was both personal and political, seeking cooperation for the development of Kerala. Vijayan, known for his reserved demeanor, kept his comments brief. The visit to Vijayan’s house was part of Satheesan’s series of courtesy calls and outreach efforts before assuming office.
Before meeting Vijayan, Satheesan also visited other political figures, including P.J. Joseph, the family of late Congress leader G. Karthikeyan, and senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala. These interactions are seen as efforts to unify various factions within the new administration.
