Union Minister Suresh Gopi praises Keralam CM, UDF govt for support to his projects
Union Minister Suresh Gopi has praised the Kerala Chief Minister and the UDF government for their cooperative approach toward his development projects. Gopi noted that this support is a significant improvement over the previous administration's stance.
Why it matters
The comments highlight shifting political dynamics and inter-party cooperation in Kerala, potentially signaling a change in how central and state governments collaborate on infrastructure.
Union Minister of State for Tourism Suresh Gopi on Thursday (September 17, 2026) praised Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and the UDF government for cooperating with projects he had proposed, saying the support extended to him was “not available” during the previous Left front government.
Speaking to reporters, Mr. Gopi said there had been a change in the approach towards projects since the new government came to power.
"Look, now regarding projects, ever since the new government came to power, the chief minister has been very cooperative. Whatever is requested from the Chief Minister, he responds immediately," he said.
"The support that a Chief Minister should give to an MP or a union minister for making things available to the public — which wasn't available for the last 10 years — is now being received," Mr. Gopi said.
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