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Governor R N Ravi administered the oath, bringing the total strength of the Council of Ministers to 41 under Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's administration. The expansion marks a significant reshuffle as the state government moves to strengthen its administrative team and governance across various departments.

Bengal's new BJP government under Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has expanded its cabinet to 41 ministers, including first-time MLA Swapan Dasgupta. The expansion brings in 35 new faces, with significant representation from north Bengal and women. Key communities like Matuas, Rajbanshis, and Kurmis are included, and 37% of the ministry comprises backward class representatives.

Bengal's first BJP government is set to expand its council of ministers with 35 new members taking oath on Monday. The selection process prioritized regional balance, inclusion of both veteran and new party members, and alignment with RSS priorities. Representation for North Bengal, Rarh Bangla, Matua, and Rajbanshi communities is a key focus.

The political landscape in Bengal is charged with speculation as a prominent BJP minister asserts that more than 50 Trinamool MLAs could defect amidst growing schisms within the party. This development comes on the heels of the 'Signgate' scandal, where ousted MLAs are claiming their signatures were forged for the Leader of Opposition position.

West Bengal's new cabinet, led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, comprises 41 ministers reflecting experience, emerging talent, and diversity. The council includes professionals, academicians, and individuals with significant legislative and organizational backgrounds, representing various regions and caste groups across the state.

On May 9, Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee wrote to the assembly speaker proposing senior party leader Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay's name as the leader of opposition. TMC MLAs Ritabrata Banerjee and Sandipan Saha, however, complained to the speaker alleging that "no resolution was adopted regarding the selection of the leader of opposition on May 6."

A significant split occurred within the Trinamool Congress legislative wing as 58 MLAs nominated Ritabrata Banerjee as the leader of opposition, bypassing the party's official choice. Speaker Rathindra Bose accepted the rebel bloc's recommendation, recognizing them as the official Trinamool group in the assembly.

Days after TMC’s 15-year rule ended, a rebel bloc of 58 MLAs seized control of the legislature party, and won recognition from the Assembly Speaker. Their rebellion is aimed less at Mamata Banerjee and more at her nephew and political heir, Abhishek Banerjee

The political landscape is shaking as two Trinamool MLAs were ousted after they alerted the speaker to possible signature forgery related to the opposition leader's election. Chief Minister Adhikari announced that the CID is probing the matter, with three MLAs asserting that their signatures were faked.

Renowned filmmaker Anik Dutta, celebrated for his political satire, has passed away after a fall from a Kolkata building. Police are investigating the incident, which appears to be a suicide, with a note found on the roof. Dutta, known for films like 'Bhooter Bhabishyat', had a distinguished career and was a critic of political interference in cinema.

West Bengal's new Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and his cabinet will prioritize implementing Ayushman Bharat health insurance and securing the unfenced border with Bangladesh. Adhikari will also outline the BJP government's five-year roadmap to the state administration, including meetings with IAS officers and police brass. CAPF security will continue for the CM.

Five years after Suvendu Adhikari handed TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee the most rankling defeat of her career, he is trying to prove it was not a one-off. And Mamata wants to show it was