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Eknath Shinde Hails BJP's Double-Engine Govt for Bengal's Development

Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde hailed the BJP government in West Bengal, stating that people wanted change and development. Suvendu Adhikari is set to take oath as the state's first BJP Chief Minister after being elected leader of the BJP Legislative Party. Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar expressed confidence that West Bengal will become "Sonar Bangla" under Adhikari's leadership. BJP won 207 seats in the 2026 Assembly elections, while Trinamool Congress secured 80 seats.

Key Points: BJP's Double-Engine Govt to Transform Bengal: Eknath Shinde

  • BJP forms first government in West Bengal since Independence
  • Eknath Shinde says people voted for change
  • Suvendu Adhikari to be sworn in as first BJP CM
  • BJP won 207 seats, TMC got 80 in 2026 elections
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"People wanted change, BJP's double-engine govt will work for Bengal": Maharashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde

Maharashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde says people wanted change as BJP forms government in West Bengal. Suvendu Adhikari set to become first BJP CM.

"The double-engine government of the BJP will work for the development of the state. - Eknath Shinde"

Kolkata, May 9

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Saturday hailed the BJP government in West Bengal and said that people in the state had voted for change and development.

"For the first time, a BJP government is being formed in West Bengal since Independence. The public is very happy. The public wanted change," Shinde told reporters on the sidelines of the swearing-in ceremony.

He further said that the "double-engine government" led by the BJP would work towards the overall development of the state.

"The double-engine government of the BJP will work for the development of the state," he added.

Suvendu Adhikari, who was elected as the leader of the BJP Legislative Party in West Bengal, is set to take oath as the state's first BJP Chief Minister today.

BJP leaders on Friday extended their wishes to Suvendu Adhikari after he was named the Leader of the BJP Legislature Party in West Bengal and is poised to take the oath as the next Chief Minister of the State, following the party's victory in the 2026 Assembly elections.

Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar expressed confidence that West Bengal would transform into "Sonar Bangla" under Adhikari's leadership.

"I am very happy. Under the leadership of Suvendu da, we will turn Bengal into 'Sonar Bangla'. This achievement is the result of everyone's contribution," Majumdar said.

BJP leader Agnimitra Paul termed Adhikari a "very apt" choice for the post, asserting that he had fought tirelessly both inside and outside the Assembly over the past five years.

"We are extremely happy that Suvendu Adhikari has been unanimously elected by 207 BJP MLAs. He is the most suitable choice because of the way he has fought for the last five years, both inside and outside the Assembly. Who could be a better choice than Suvendu Adhikari? All 207 MLAs have to work round the clock. There is no time to relax. In the next five years, we must deliver what West Bengal did not receive in the last 50 years," she said.

BJP has won 207 seats in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, while the Trinamool Congress (TMC) secured 80 seats after ruling the state for 15 years.

- ANI

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Sneha F
Eknath Shinde's 'double-engine government' talk sounds nice, but let's be real—Maharashtra's double-engine hasn't exactly fixed potholes or water shortages. I hope Bengal's experience is different. A bit skeptical, but willing to wait and watch.
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Ravi K
As someone from Bengal, this is historic—first BJP government since Independence! But the real test is now. Will they tackle corruption, stop political violence, and actually improve education? Or will it be more of the same with a different flag? Time will tell.
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Aditi M
'Double-engine' is just a fancy term for Centre and State being the same party. Did wonders for Gujarat? Not really. Let's focus on actual governance—healthcare, infrastructure, farmers. If Adhikari delivers, I'll be the first to applaud. But empty promises won't cut it. 😒
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Pallavi W
Happy to see change in Bengal. Mamata didi's time was needed but it became too much. Now let the young leaders like Suvendu Adhikari show what they can do. He has been a fighter in Vidhan Sabha. Hope he works for all communities equally. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Nitin Z
I'm from Maharashtra and we saw our double-engine government fail on many fronts—farmers still distressed, unemployment rising. Shinde ji's statement feels like election tamasha. Bengal needs concrete action, not political drama. Let's hold them accountable from day one.

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