BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari will take oath as West Bengal Chief Minister today in Kolkata. PM Modi, Amit Shah and several BJP leaders will attend the ceremony.
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Suvendu Adhikari to Become West Bengal Chief Minister Today
West Bengal is set to witness a major political shift today as BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari will take oath as the new Chief Minister of the state. The oath-taking ceremony is scheduled to begin at 11 AM at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground in the presence of several top national leaders.
Suvendu Adhikari, who defeated former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee from the Bhabanipur constituency, was recently elected as the leader of the BJP legislative party in West Bengal. Following the meeting, he met Governor R. N. Ravi and staked claim to form the government with the support of BJP MLAs.
This marks the first time BJP is forming a government in West Bengal, making the day politically significant for the state.
PM Modi, Amit Shah Among Top Leaders Attending Ceremony
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend the swearing-in ceremony along with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP national president Nitin Navin. Tight security arrangements have been made across Kolkata ahead of the high-profile event.
As per official protocol, former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has also been invited to the ceremony.
Several Chief Ministers and Deputy Chief Ministers from different states have already reached Kolkata to participate in the event.
Senior Leaders Arrive in Kolkata
Leaders arriving in Kolkata for the ceremony include:
| Leader | Position |
|---|---|
| Prem Singh Tamang | Chief Minister of Sikkim |
| Pema Khandu | Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh |
| Manik Saha | Chief Minister of Tripura |
| Neiphiu Rio | Chief Minister of Nagaland |
| N. Biren Singh | Chief Minister of Manipur |
| Nemcha Kipgen | Deputy CM of Manipur |
| Diya Kumari | Deputy CM of Rajasthan |
| Eknath Shinde | Deputy CM of Maharashtra |
BJP Calls It a Historic Victory
After Suvendu Adhikari was chosen as the BJP legislative party leader, West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya described the moment as historic for the party and its workers.
He said the formation of a BJP government in Bengal was a dream of lakhs of party workers and called it a “victory of democracy.” He also stated that the people of West Bengal had voted against “jungle raj.”
In the recently concluded Assembly elections, BJP secured a massive victory by winning 207 seats, while the Trinamool Congress was reduced to 80 seats.
Political Significance of the Oath Ceremony
Political observers believe the new government could bring major administrative and political changes in West Bengal. The BJP’s victory in the state is being seen as one of the party’s biggest electoral breakthroughs in eastern India.
All eyes are now on Suvendu Adhikari’s first decisions as Chief Minister after taking office.
FAQ
When will Suvendu Adhikari take oath as West Bengal CM?
Suvendu Adhikari will take oath as West Bengal Chief Minister today at 11 AM.
Where is the oath-taking ceremony being held?
The ceremony will be held at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata.
Who will attend the swearing-in ceremony?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, several BJP leaders, Chief Ministers and Deputy Chief Ministers from different states are expected to attend.