Suvendu Adhikari sworn in as West Bengal CM; BJP leaders gather in Kolkata
Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as Chief Minister of West Bengal on Saturday, 9 May at the historic Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata, marking the formal installation of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in the state. The ceremony drew a large gathering of senior national and state-level leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
Key Developments at the Swearing-In
Adhikari took the oath of office alongside members of his council of ministers at the Brigade Parade Ground, a prominent public venue in central Kolkata that has hosted several landmark political and national events. BJP national president Nitin Nabin and chief ministers from multiple NDA-ruled states were also present on stage as part of the formal proceedings marking the new government's formation.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel was among the visiting dignitaries. Following the ceremony, Patel met Adhikari, presented him with a bouquet, and extended congratulations on his assumption of office.
What Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Said
Speaking on the occasion, Patel said:
