Kochi, Tuesday, September 22, 2009: The MP Virendrakumar-headed Janata Dal (Secular), which until recently had been part of the Left Democratic Front (LDF), became a constituent of the United Democratic Front (UDF) today.

The report of the sub committee regarding the admittance of the Dal was discussed at the UDF meet held in Kochi today. The decision about their admittance was taken soon after the discussions were held. The leaders of the UDF front had given consent to the decision unanimously.

Virendra Kumar, Varghese George and Krishnan Kutty took part in the meet after they were invited. Opposition leader Oommen Chandy said their entry would strengthen the front.

Expressing his joy during the occasion, Virendra Kumar said that the present political scenario has been suitable to work with UDF.