CPM Seeks Control of Kerala Portfolio to Expedite Vizhinjam Terminal Project, Appoints Vasavan to Oversee Key Development
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The CPM wanted control of the Ports portfolio due to the increasing importance of the Vizhinjam container terminal project. Vasavan was appointed to oversee this key portfolio.
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Vasavan was chosen due to his reputation for efficiently getting things done in a time-bound manner. He immediately summoned officials to discuss the progress of Vizhinjam port.
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Cooperative sector funds may be used for developmental activities in the ports sector. Vasavan also holds the cooperation ministry portfolio.
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KB Ganesh Kumar sought the cinema portfolio but was denied. The LDF felt it inappropriate to remove it from current minister Saji Cherian.
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The CPM expected the Governor would not adopt a tough posture at the ceremony, but he did, leading the CM and ministers to skip the high tea.