Kolkata, May 9: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday described the formation of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in West Bengal as a “historic moment” in the political landscape of India, expressing confidence that the new administration would usher in an era of development, prosperity, and good governance in the state.
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| Suvendu Adhikari receives greetings from Pema Khandu during the swearing-in ceremony of the new BJP government in West Bengal. (Image: X/PemaKhanduBJP) |
In a message shared on social media following the swearing-in ceremony, Khandu congratulated Suvendu Adhikari on taking oath as the first BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal. He extended his best wishes to the newly elected Chief Minister and expressed hope that his leadership would bring transformative growth and improved governance to the state.
“Congratulations to Shri Suvendu Adhikari on taking oath as the Chief Minister of West Bengal. I wish him a successful tenure dedicated to the progress, prosperity, and welfare of the people,” Khandu stated.
The Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister also acknowledged the role of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, crediting their leadership and organizational efforts for the party’s electoral success in West Bengal. He described their contribution as instrumental in achieving what he termed a historic political milestone for the BJP.
Khandu further expressed gratitude to the people of West Bengal for placing their trust in the BJP and supporting what he called a transformative change through the democratic process. He said the electoral mandate reflected the aspirations of the people for development-oriented governance and greater opportunities.
Describing West Bengal as the “gateway to Eastern and North Eastern India,” Khandu emphasized the state's strategic importance in the country’s economic and cultural landscape. He expressed optimism that the new government would strengthen connectivity, promote investment, create employment opportunities, and accelerate development initiatives across the state.
The Chief Minister noted that a stable and development-focused administration in West Bengal would also benefit the wider eastern and northeastern region by enhancing regional cooperation, trade, and infrastructure growth.
The BJP’s victory in the recent Assembly elections marks the party’s first time forming a government in West Bengal, ending decades of rule by other political parties. Political observers have described the development as one of the most significant electoral shifts in the state’s history.
Khandu concluded by expressing confidence that the new government would work towards inclusive growth and deliver on the aspirations of the people of West Bengal while contributing to the nation’s overall progress.
