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Emotional Moment: Fadnavis on Suvendu Adhikari as Bengal CM

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expressed emotional joy over Suvendu Adhikari becoming West Bengal's first BJP CM. Fadnavis said the formation of government in Shyama Prasad Mookerjee's land is a proud moment for activists. Amit Shah announced Adhikari's election as BJP legislative party leader, ending rigging and ensuring fair elections. Adhikari will take oath on Saturday, coinciding with Rabindranath Tagore's birth anniversary.

Key Points: Fadnavis Emotional After Shah Announces Suvendu Adhikari as Bengal CM

  • Suvendu Adhikari elected BJP legislative party leader
  • Amit Shah announces Adhikari as West Bengal CM
  • Fadnavis calls it emotional moment for activists
  • Adhikari to take oath on Rabindranath Tagore's birthday
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"Emotional moment for activists like me...": Devendra Fadnavis after Amit Shah announces Suvendu Adhikari as West Bengal CM

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis calls Suvendu Adhikari's win an emotional moment. Amit Shah announces Adhikari as first BJP CM in West Bengal history.

"This is an emotional moment for activists like me. - Devendra Fadnavis"

Mumbai, May 8

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday extended a warm greeting to West Bengal CM-elect Suvendu Adhikari, saying that the formation of government in the land of former politician and activist, Shyama Prasad Mookherjee, is an emotional moment for all the activists.

"This is an emotional moment for activists like me. Our government is being formed in Syama Prasad Mookerjee's state. It was painful when people used to ask us why we were not getting elected in Bengal. Congratulations to Suvendu Adhikari. His swearing-in ceremony will be held tomorrow. This is a happy and new beginning in Bengal," he said.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also congratulated Adhikari, saying that the double-engine government will bring development, opportunities, law and order in West Bengal.

"People have expressed confidence in the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and therefore, people here want development. Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid close attention to this area, and he completely stopped the rigging that was prevalent in the elections, maintained law and order situations, and people voted fearlessly. The double-engine government will now run, and development will take place here. The youth here will get employment, and law and order will be strengthened. I congratulate Suvendu Adhikari, who is going to become the Chief Minister tomorrow and will work there to accelerate development under PM Modi's leadership," he said.

Adhikari was elected the BJP Legislative Party Leader for the party in West Bengal, paving the way for him to become the first BJP Chief Minister in the history of the state.

The announcement was made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who is serving as the Central Observer for the election of the legislative party leader, after chairing a party meeting in Kolkata on Friday.

"I announce the name of Suvendu Adhikari elected as Leader of West Bengal BJP Legislative Party," Shah, the Central Observer for the election of the legislative party leader in West Bengal, said.

Adhikari is scheduled to take the oath on Saturday, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore.

- ANI

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Priya S
Let's see if this 'double-engine' actually works. We've heard similar promises before. I hope they focus on real issues like infrastructure and education rather than just rhetoric. Bengal deserves better than political drama.
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Vikram M
Amit Shah's remark about stopping rigging is important. Elections in Bengal have been tainted for decades. This could be a fresh start for democracy in the state. However, actions speak louder than words - let's wait for 6 months. 😊
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Siddharth J
BJP's historic win in Bengal is a testament to the people's desire for change. Eknath Shinde's point about youth employment is crucial - Bengal has immense potential in IT and manufacturing if policies are right. Let's hope this is a new dawn for the state. 🇮🇳
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Rohit P
I'm from Bengal and I voted for change. The rigging in previous elections was shameless. But I also worry about communal harmony. Suvendu Adhikari must prove he can be a CM for all Bengalis, not just one community. The oath on Tagore's birthday is symbolic - hope he lives up to it.
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Thomas Y
Interesting to see how this plays out from a global perspective. The democratic mandate is clear, but governance in Bengal has always been complex due to its cultural heritage. Let's hope development doesn't come at the cost of Bengal's unique identity.

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