Bengal Gets First BJP Chief Minister: Suvendu Adhikari Takes Oath In Historic Power Shift

Suvendu Adhikari oath ceremony

West Bengal witnessed a major political moment on Saturday as BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the state’s first Bharatiya Janata Party chief minister.

A Massive Crowd At Brigade Parade Ground

The swearing-in ceremony at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground drew thousands of supporters, senior NDA leaders and political observers from across the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was present at the event, along with several chief ministers and BJP veterans.

Suvendu Adhikari’s Rise To The Top

Suvendu Adhikari’s political journey has been one of the most dramatic stories in Bengal politics. Once a key Trinamool Congress leader and close aide of Mamata Banerjee, he later joined the BJP and emerged as one of the strongest faces against the TMC government.

PM Modi Bows Before Bengal Crowd

In a gesture of thanks to the people of the state for the historic victory in the election, PM Modi can be seen kneeling down slowly and bowing begore the crowds, with his hands extended to the front.

PM Modi Touches Feet Of Makhanlal Sarkar

During the swearing-in ceremony of Suvendu Adhikari as the Chief Minister of West Bengal on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hugged and took the blessings of 98-year-old BJP veteran Makhanlal Sarkar by touching his feet.

Cabinet Takes Shape

Along with Suvendu Adhikari, several BJP leaders also took oath as ministers in the first phase of cabinet formation. Leaders including Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul and others were inducted into the ministry.