Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as West Bengal's first BJP chief minister

Sat, 09 May 2026 06:23:08 +0000
India

Suvendu Adhikari has been sworn in as West Bengal's first BJP chief minister at a grand ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This historic win, securing 207 seats, ends the Trinamool Congress' 15-year reign. Adhikari's transition from Mamata Banerjee's aide to BJP leader marks a significant political upheaval in the state, mirroring recent changes in Bihar.