The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has initiated the formation of its government in West Bengal following its recent assembly poll victory. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has been appointed as the central observer for the election of the next Chief Minister. Suvendu Adhikari, the leader of the Opposition in the outgoing assembly, is currently the frontrunner for the position. However, the party's history of surprises means that other candidates, such as former state BJP chief Dilip Ghosh and former Union minister Nisith Pramanik, could also be considered. If the BJP opts for a woman Chief Minister, Agnimitra Paul, who won from Asansol South, may enter the race. In Assam, Union Minister JP Nadda has been appointed as the central observer, with Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini as deputy observer. Himanta Biswa Sarma, who led the BJP campaign in Assam, is expected to be re-elected for a second term.