Suvendu Adhikari Sworn in as West Bengal Chief Minister with New Ministers
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BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of West Bengal, marking a historic moment as the first from his party to hold the position. Alongside him, five MLAs also took oath as ministers during a high-security event attended by prominent BJP leaders.
- 01Suvendu Adhikari becomes the first BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal.
- 02The oath-taking ceremony occurred at Brigade Parade ground, a first for the state.
- 03Five MLAs were sworn in as part of Adhikari's council of ministers.
- 04The event was attended by key BJP figures, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- 05The Bengal Cabinet is expected to expand in the future.
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On Saturday, Suvendu Adhikari, a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), was sworn in as the ninth Chief Minister of West Bengal, making him the first from the party to hold this position. He took the oath at the Brigade Parade ground, marking a significant first for the state. Alongside him, five MLAs were inducted into his council of ministers: Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul, Ashok Kirtanya, Kshudiram Tudu, and Nisith Pramanik. The high-security event was attended by notable BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, as well as Chief Ministers from BJP-ruled states. The Governor of West Bengal, RN Ravi, administered the oath. An expansion of the Bengal Cabinet is anticipated in the near future.
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The new government led by Suvendu Adhikari is expected to influence local policies and governance in West Bengal, impacting citizens' daily lives.
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