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Suvendu Adhikari Sworn In as West Bengal's First BJP CM; Father Expresses Joy

Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as the first BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal on Saturday. His father, Sishir Adhikari, expressed happiness over the milestone, noting historical political shifts in the state. Sishir highlighted pressing issues like unemployment and women's safety as key challenges for his son. Five other ministers, including Dilip Ghosh and Agnimitra Paul, were also sworn in, though portfolios remain unannounced.

Key Points: Suvendu Adhikari Takes Oath as West Bengal CM

  • Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as first BJP CM of West Bengal
  • Father Sishir Adhikari expresses happiness, cites unemployment and women's safety issues
  • Brother Dibyendu Adhikari calls it victory of BJP workers
  • Five other ministers sworn in including Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul, Nisith Pramanik
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Suvendu Adhikari's father expresses happiness over his son taking oath as West Bengal CM

Suvendu Adhikari becomes West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister. His father Sishir Adhikari expresses happiness, highlighting unemployment and women's safety concerns.

"I am very happy. First, there were 32 years of Congress rule, then 35 years of the Left Front, followed by 15 years of the Trinamool Congress. - Sishir Adhikari"

Kanthi, May 9

West Bengal Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari's father, Sishir Adhikari, on Saturday expressed happiness over his son taking oath and said that issues related to women's safety and unemployment remain major concerns in the state, but he believes Suvendu Adhikari will be able to address them effectively.

Speaking to IANS, Sishir Adhikari said, "I am very happy. First, there were 32 years of Congress rule, then 35 years of the Left Front, followed by 15 years of the Trinamool Congress. I have seen everything, so I understand the situation well. Bengal is suffering badly from unemployment and several other problems. Earlier, women suffered a lot, but now the focus should be on ensuring respect and safety for women, along with generating employment."

He further said that there should be cordial relations between the state and the Centre, which would help solve many issues.

"He is experienced enough. He has served as an MLA and a municipal chairman. He also has experience in the cooperative sector, especially with the Urban Cooperative Bank. For nine years, we served together as Members of Parliament. Later, he returned to the state and handled seven departments as a minister. I think he will be able to cope with all the problems," he added.

Suvendu Adhikari's brother, Dibyendu Adhikari, said, "Today is the victory of every BJP worker. Remembering Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, Suvendu Adhikari has become the first BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal."

Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday took oath as the Chief Minister of the first BJP-ruled West Bengal government, along with five other members of the state Council of Ministers led by him.

The other five members of the state Council of Ministers who were sworn in on Saturday include the former national vice-president and former state president of the BJP in West Bengal, Dilip Ghosh, fashion-designer-turned politician and two-time BJP legislator, Agnimitra Paul, former BJP Lok Sabha member and the former Union Minister of state for Home, Nisith Pramanik, Ashok Kirtania and Khudiram Tudu.

Ghosh was the second person after Adhikari to take oath, followed by Paul, Kritania, Tudu and Pramanik

However, at the time the report was filed, the portfolios of the five other members of the state's Council of Ministers were not announced.

- IANS

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Priya S
Encouraging to hear a parent's support. But let's not forget that Bengal's problems are deep-rooted. Empty promises won't work - we need concrete action on jobs and safety for women. Let's see if Suvendu can actually bring change or if it's just more of the same politics. 🤔
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Vikram M
"Suvendu has experience as MLA, minister, and MP" - true, but experience doesn't guarantee good governance with divisive politics. I hope he focuses on development and not just party politics. Bengal needs healing, not more bitterness. Wishing him well, but cautiously optimistic.
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Michael C
First BJP CM in Bengal - historic indeed. But why the secrecy about portfolios? Transparency matters. Also, including Agnimitra Paul is interesting - does she have governance experience? Let's hope this cabinet focuses on real issues: unemployment, women's safety, and state-Centre relations. 🏛️
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Rohit L
I'm skeptical - Suvendu left Trinamool, joined BJP, and now is CM. Political opportunism or genuine desire to serve? His father's comments about cordial Centre-state relations are important - that's the only way Bengal can progress. Let's see if he can balance regional pride with national integration. 🧐
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Sneha F
Happy for a father's joy! But as a Bengali woman, I'm tired of politicians promising safety and jobs. Suvendu's tenure with Mamata didn't solve these issues. Now he's CM - I genuinely hope he proves me wrong and brings

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