Kolkata
Suvendu Adhikari Announces Major Cabinet Expansion in West Bengal
West Bengal is set to witness a major political milestone as the state’s first BJP-led government expands its cabinet on Monday. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that 35 legislators will be inducted into the Council of Ministers during a swearing-in ceremony at Lok Bhavan.
The first BJP-led government in West Bengal is set to expand its cabinet on Monday, with 35 Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) scheduled to take oath as ministers. The swearing-in ceremony will take place at Lok Bhavan, where Governor R N Ravi will administer the oath of office and secrecy.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the cabinet expansion through a social media post on Sunday evening, describing it as the formation of a full-fledged Council of Ministers for the newly elected government.
According to the chief minister, the expanded cabinet will strengthen governance and enable the administration to implement its policy agenda more effectively across various sectors. The induction of 35 ministers is expected to ensure representation from different regions and communities of the state while distributing key administrative responsibilities.
The cabinet expansion marks a significant step for the BJP government following its electoral victory in West Bengal. Political observers are closely watching the allocation of portfolios, which could provide insights into the government’s priorities and administrative strategy for the coming years.
The oath-taking ceremony is expected to be attended by senior government officials, party leaders, legislators, and invited dignitaries. The formation of the full council will formally complete the initial phase of government formation after the state’s recent political transition.
With the expanded cabinet in place, the Government is expected to focus on delivering on electoral promises, accelerating development initiatives, and strengthening administrative coordination across departments.
