In a grand ceremony held at the Brigade Parade Grounds, West Bengal Governor R N Ravi administered the oath of office and secrecy to Suvendu Adhikari as the new Chief Minister. Alongside Adhikari, a full list of BJP MLAs took oath as ministers in his cabinet. The event marked a significant political shift in the state following the recent assembly elections.
Key Ministers in the New Cabinet
The newly sworn-in cabinet includes prominent BJP leaders such as Agnimitra Paul and Dilip Ghosh, among others. Their inclusion reflects the party's strategy to balance regional representation and experience.
Full List of Ministers
- Suvendu Adhikari - Chief Minister
- Agnimitra Paul - Minister
- Dilip Ghosh - Minister
- Other BJP MLAs who took oath
The ceremony was attended by thousands of party workers and supporters, showcasing the BJP's strong organizational presence in the state. Adhikari, in his speech, emphasized development and good governance as his top priorities.
This cabinet formation comes after a decisive victory for the BJP in the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, ending the long-standing rule of the Trinamool Congress. The new government is expected to focus on economic growth, infrastructure, and social welfare schemes.
The opposition has criticized the cabinet for lacking diversity, but BJP leaders have defended the choices as merit-based. The full list of ministers and their portfolios is expected to be released soon.
