UDF government presents first budget: CM VD Satheesan focuses on infrastructure and welfare growth

Chief Minister and Finance Minister  V.D. Satheesan began presenting the UDF government's first budget in the Legislative Assembly. The budget focuses on turning the UDF’s declared policy into reality by advancing infrastructure development and welfare initiatives together.

A major highlight of the budget was the announcement of a comprehensive maritime policy aimed at strengthening Kerala’s position in maritime tourism, trade and logistics. The government stated that the policy will support efforts to transform Kerala into an international maritime economy and establish the state as a major maritime logistics hub.