A big update has come to light in the murder case of Chandranath Rath, PA of West Bengal Chief Minister Shubhendu Adhikari. The police had arrested the accused and now they have been sent to the custody of CID of Bengal Police. The court has sent Mayank Raj Mishra, Vicky Maurya and Raj Singh to police custody for 13 days. The important thing is that along with Bengal Police, Bihar Police was also involved in the investigation.

Police have told in the court that weapons are yet to be recovered from the accused. Along with this, search is also going on for some absconding associates. Police say that they are trying to find out the entire chain of this murder case, so that they can know when the recce was done for the murder and how the planning was done. The police will recreate the entire case and find out on whose instructions the murder was carried out. On this ground, the court has handed over the 13-day custody of the three accused to the CID of West Bengal Police.

Under which section was the case registered against the accused?

Police had detained Mayank Raj Mishra and Vicky Maurya from Buxar, Bihar on Sunday. The third accused Raj Singh was caught from Ballia in Uttar Pradesh. After being detained on May 10, all three were arrested on Monday (May 11) morning on the basis of interrogation. A case has been registered against them under sections 103(1)/111(2)(a)/126(2)/ 3(5) and 61(1) BNS r/w 25/27 Arms Act. The accused have been sent to police custody for 13 days.

How did the police reach the accused?

Initial investigation has revealed that the vehicle of Subhendu Adhikari’s PA Rath was stopped by a car in Dohadiya area near Madhyamgram crossing and at the same time a motorcycle had also reached there. The investigation also revealed that the suspected car used in the attack had passed through the Bali Toll Plaza before the murder. During that time, a person traveling in the car had paid the toll through UPI. It is being claimed that the police has reached the accused through this UPI.

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For the first time, Bharatiya Janata Party government has been formed in West Bengal. Shubhendu Adhikari has become the head of the state. Along with him, 5 more ministers including Dilip Ghosh-Agnimitra Paul have also taken oath. PM Modi, who arrived at the swearing-in ceremony, bowed to the public from the stage, the video of which has surfaced.

PM Modi saluted the people of West Bengal for coming to power with an overwhelming majority in the assembly elections. Sitting on his knees on the swearing-in platform, Prime Minister Modi emotionally thanked the people of Bengal for showering their abundant love and blessings.

#WATCH | Kolkata | Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets the public during the swearing-in ceremony of the new West Bengal government

(Video Source: PM Modi social media) pic.twitter.com/csvbAiqjHC

— ANI (@ANI) May 9, 2026

BJP government in Bengal for the first time after independence
Saturday (May 9) has become a historic day in Bengal politics because for the first time after independence, BJP government has been formed in Bengal. On this special occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, many Union Ministers and Chief Ministers of BJP ruled states were present. After the swearing-in ceremony was over, PM Modi bowed to the public from the stage.

This video of PM Modi went viral
Seeing this style of PM Modi, the crowd of lakhs present at the function got excited and the whole atmosphere echoed with the slogans of Modi-Modi. This video of PM Modi is becoming increasingly viral on social media. BJP supporters are sharing it as a respect for the people of Bengal and a salute to the historic mandate.

At present 5 ministers have taken oath along with Shubhendu Adhikari. The ministers who took oath include Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul, Ashok Kirtaniya, Khudiram Tudu and Nishith Pramanik. In this initial cabinet, BJP has tried to give a clear message of achieving social and regional balance.

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On Saturday (May 9) in Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, BJP leader Shubhendu Adhikari took oath as the Chief Minister. Along with him, 5 more ministers took oath. The ministers who took oath include Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul, Ashok Kirtaniya, Khudiram Tudu and Nishith Pramanik. Through this initial small cabinet, BJP has tried to convey the message of achieving social and regional balance.

Nishith Pramanik, who was once the deputy of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, has now become a minister in West Bengal. To run the power in Bengal, BJP has given preference to militant faces including Shubhendu Adhikari. Agnimitra Paul represents South Bengal and is a woman, while Nishith Pramanik is from the Rajvanshi community and represents North Bengal.

Who is Nishith Pramanik?
Nishith Pramanik passed 10th from Bhetaguri Lal Bahadur Shastri Vidyapeeth Dinhata under State Board in 2001. He was an assistant teacher in a primary school. He is married to Priyanka Pramanik, with whom he has two sons. Nishith started his political career with Trinamool Congress, but in 2019 he left Trinamool Congress and joined BJP.

First time MP from BJP
In the year 2019, he became an MP for the first time by winning the Lok Sabha elections from BJP. He was a member of the Standing Committee on Information Technology and a member of the Consultative Committee of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. In 2021, he was elected MLA from Dinhata, Bengal. However, he resigned from the post of MLA to remain an MP. He has served as Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs as well as the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.

After the cabinet reshuffle in July 2021, he became the Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Youth Affairs and Sports. By 2021, at the age of 35, he became the youngest minister in the Modi cabinet. He lost in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. In the 2026 assembly elections, he became a candidate from Mathabhanga and emerged victorious.

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Subhendu Adhikari will be the CM of West Bengal. He was elected leader in the BJP legislature party meeting. Shubhendu Adhikari will take oath as the Chief Minister of West on Saturday (9 May 2026) at 11 am. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that 8 proposals were received in the name of Shubhendu. Home Minister Amit Shah, who has been appointed as the central observer for the election of the legislature party leader in West Bengal, said, ‘I announce the name of Suvendu Adhikari elected as the leader of the West Bengal BJP legislature party.’

Gratitude to the people of Bengal: Amit Shah

Addressing the BJP legislature party meeting in Kolkata, Home Minister Amit Shah said, ‘First of all, I want to express my deep gratitude to the people of Bengal with folded hands. The atmosphere created by the communist government was further deepened by Mamata Banerjee and it was almost impossible to vote there. I am very grateful for the huge victory that the people of Bengal have given us by reposing faith in BJP and our leader Narendra Modi.

power of shubhendu

• hardcore firebrand image
• Important role in BJP’s victory
• Strong hold in party organization
• Defeat Mamata in Nandgram in 2021
• Defeat Mamata from Bhawanipur in 2026

Shubhendu Adhikari will leave one seat

Shubhendu Adhikari emerged as the main face of BJP in the West Bengal elections, winning both Nandigram and Bhawanipur, the stronghold of Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee. Subhendu Adhikari, who won Bhawanipur and Nandigram seats, said that he will resign from one of these seats within 10 days. “I will vacate one seat within 10 days,” he said. The party will decide which seat I will retain. Whatever personal opinion I have, I will convey it to the leadership. I will not forget my responsibility towards the people of Bhawanipur and Nandigram.

Shubhendu’s new political chapter begins

Bhawanipur has started a new political chapter for Shubhendu Adhikari. He dented the Trinamool supremo’s political clout by defeating Mamata Banerjee by more than 15,000 votes in this South Kolkata assembly constituency and gave the BJP a major psychological success along with its electoral victory in the state. For BJP, Adhikari’s victory in Bhawanipur is more important than electoral mathematics. A leader from East Medinipur defeating Mamata Banerjee in her own political stronghold became one of the most important images of BJP’s success in Bengal.

While addressing the party workers and supporters, Shubhendu Adhikari has appealed that they should not take out the victory procession immediately and instead maintain restraint till the swearing-in ceremony of the new government on May 9.

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Bengal Deputy CM: There has been a change of power in the politics of West Bengal and for the first time, the Bharatiya Janata Party government is going to be formed in the state. The new government will be sworn in in West Bengal on May 9. Leader of Opposition Subhendu Adhikari’s name is coming forward as the new Chief Minister of Bengal. However, the final decision will be taken after the legislature party meeting in Kolkata.

In West Bengal, amidst the name of the new Chief Minister, the discussion has also intensified regarding the name of the Deputy Chief Minister i.e. Deputy CM. Names of three women are emerging in political circles, one of whom may get the post of Deputy Chief Minister of Bengal. According to reports, Agnimitra Paul, Roopa Ganguly and Locket Chatterjee are considered strong contenders for Deputy CM.

From the point of view of astrology and numerology, it is known that some zodiac signs, numbers and planets are in a strong position among the three female contenders for the post of Deputy CM.

Agnimitra Paul

Agnimitra Paul’s name is also coming up for woman Deputy Chief Minister. According to the information available on the internet, Agnimitra Paul was born on 25 November 1974. According to this-

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Name Zodiac (Aries)- The zodiac sign of people whose name starts with the letter A is Aries, whose lord is Mars. In astrology, Mars is considered to be energy, courage, power and commander, which is very important for high position in politics, administrative success and victory in elections. Strong Mars in the horoscope (especially in the 3rd, 6th, 10th, 11th house or in Aries/Scorpio) makes the person courageous, strategist and capable of defeating the opposition.

Number (7)- People born on 25 November 1974 have their radix number 7 (2+5=7) and lucky number 3 (2+5+1+1+1+9+7+4=30), (3+0=3). This combination (7 and 3) gives philosophical, investigative and creative nature. Such people are deep thinkers, acquire knowledge and have independent thoughts.

Rupa Ganguly

Roopa Ganguly is also considered a strong contender for the woman Deputy Chief Minister of Bengal. According to the information available on the internet, Agnimitra Paul was born on 25 November 1966 in Kalyani, West Bengal. According to this-

Name Zodiac (Libra)- According to astrology, the zodiac sign of people with name R is Libra, whose lord is Venus. People with Libra zodiac sign are known for their sharp intelligence. The auspiciousness of Venus brings them material happiness and prosperity.

Number (7)- People born on 25 November 1966 have their radix number 7 (2+5=7) and lucky number 4 (2+5+1+1+1+9+6+6 = 31 = 3+1=4). This combination is a blend of deep curiosity, spiritual inclination (Radix number 7) and practical, hard-working nature (Radix number 4), who seek stability and a deeper meaning in life.

Locket Chatterjee

BJP leader Locket Chatterjee’s name is also coming up in the race for woman Deputy CM. According to the information available on the internet, Locket Chatterjee was born on 4 December 1974.

Name Zodiac (Libra)- Name Rashi (Aries) – The zodiac sign of people whose name starts with the letter L is Aries, whose lord is Mars. People with this name are mentally strong, courageous, fearless and energetic. They are endowed with leadership qualities.

Issue (4)- The radix number of a person born on 4 December 1974 is (4). These people are independent, revolutionary, and risk taking. They see sudden success, wealth and ups and downs in life.

Which party is powerful among the 3 female contenders?

The horoscope of Agnimitra Paul is considered to be the strongest in terms of power and administrative hold. Lottery Chatterjee is ahead in terms of high command support and respect. Chances of getting sudden political benefits are more visible in Rupa Ganguly’s zodiac sign.

Although this astrological analysis is according to the name zodiac sign and numerology, the actual political decision will be decided only after the legislature party and the name of the woman deputy chief minister along with the Chief Minister of Bengal will be finalized soon.

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West Bengal New CM: Home Minister Amit Shah made a big announcement after the BJP legislature party meeting in West Bengal, saying that Suvendu Adhikari will be the next Chief Minister of the state. Subhendu Adhikari was formally elected the leader of the legislature party in a meeting held at Biswa Bangla Convention Center in Kolkata.

Shah became emotional in his address and said that BJP workers in Bengal faced a long struggle and violence. He claimed that 321 party workers lost their lives, but the morale of the workers never broke. Shah said, “I have no words to describe the support that the people of Bengal have given this time.”

He said that out of 23 districts, BJP has emerged as the number-1 party in 20 districts. Specially mentioning Jhargram, Bankura and Darjeeling, Shah said that all the seats in these areas have gone to BJP’s account. He also thanked the people of Bhawanipur and said that Shubhendu Adhikari had first defeated Mamata Banerjee in Nandigram and now has given a historic victory to BJP in Bengal.

This victory of BJP is being seen as a big change in the politics of Bengal. The party is going to form the government for the first time after staying away from power in the state for a long time. Shah described it as “a victory of the sacrifice of the workers and the trust of the public”.

Grand preparations for swearing in, PM Modi will attend

Preparations are underway for the swearing-in ceremony of the new government at the Brigade Parade Ground on Saturday, in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi is also likely to attend. While addressing his last election rally for the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026 on April 27, PM Modi had expressed confidence of BJP’s victory. Addressing a huge gathering at Jagaddal in North 24 Parganas district, PM Modi had said, “This is my last rally in this election. I am returning with the confidence that after the results on May 4, I will definitely attend the swearing-in ceremony of the BJP.”

Traffic advisory for swearing in

In view of Narendra Modi’s visit to Kolkata on May 9 and the swearing-in ceremony of the new government of West Bengal, Kolkata Police has issued a comprehensive traffic advisory. In view of this program to be organized at the Brigade Parade Ground, traffic will be controlled on many major roads from 4 am to 8 pm.

Traffic Notification in connection with the visit of the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India to the city of Kolkata for attending OATH-TAKING Ceremony of newly formed West Bengal Government at Brigade Parade Ground, Kolkata on 09.05.2026. pic.twitter.com/Q6OiXb2Ei4

— Kolkata Traffic Police (@KPTrafficDept) May 8, 2026

As per the notification issued by Ajay Nand Esplanade Ramp, K.P. Road, Hospital Road, Lovers Lane, Casuarina Avenue and Queensway, traffic will be regulated as per need. Parking will be completely prohibited in Victoria Memorial and its surrounding areas.

Apart from this, movement of all other goods vehicles except those carrying LPG, CNG, petroleum, medicines, vegetables, fruits, fish and milk will also be banned from 4 am to 8 pm. Police have said that during the VVIP movement, traffic on many routes may be temporarily diverted or closed.

The speculation about the face for the post of Chief Minister in West Bengal has come to an end. The name of Shubhendu Adhikari has been finalized for the post of Chief Minister. After the announcement of CM’s name, Shubhendu Adhikari said that years of hard work bore fruit. He said that the Sandeshkhali case will be investigated and strict action will be taken against the culprits.

Subhendu Adhikari will be the CM of West Bengal

If any leader has increased his stature rapidly in the politics of West Bengal in the last few years, then that name is Shubhendu Adhikari. Today, he is not only the most prominent face of BJP in the state, but is also going to become the new Chief Minister of the state. In Kolkata, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday (8 May 2026) announced the name of Shubhendu Adhikari as the next Chief Minister of the state. Adhikari is also known as the most vocal critic of Mamata Banerjee, but there was a time when Subhendu Adhikari was counted among Mamata Banerjee’s most trusted associates.

No one needs to be afraid in Bengal: Shubhendu

Subhendu Adhikari expressed his gratitude to all the BJP workers who worked day and night to achieve such a mandate. He also remembered the 321 BJP workers allegedly killed during the TMC rule. He also said, ‘BJP will work to fulfill the promises made to the people of Bengal in its manifesto. The BJP government in Bengal will work hard to fulfill the dreams of the people of West Bengal.

Shubhendu Adhikari said that we will stand up to the expectations of the people and now no one needs to be afraid in Bengal. Will bring back the pride of Bengal. The new government will be with you. Will fulfill all the guarantees of PM. I will give less speeches in Bengal, but work more.

Infiltration is going to be possible: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, ‘Today we have a government in Tripura, we have a government in Assam and now our government has been formed in Bengal also. Infiltration and cow smuggling is going to be impossible. With determination, the Government of Bengal and the Government of India will convert this border into an impregnable fortress of national security. Out of 23 administrative districts, there are 9 districts where Didi’s account has not even been opened. The mess has been cleared.

He said, ‘I have never seen such a huge mandate because when the government works, it gets the mandate, but where there is an opposition party and the leader of the opposition party is not given a chance to speak, then the ruling party’s zero votes in 9 districts is only the grace of the people and God.’

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Mamata Banerjee: After the shocking results of West Bengal Assembly elections, the activities of administrative reshuffle intensified. The Governor dissolved the West Bengal Assembly on May 7 and with this, the way for the formation of a new government was also cleared. The name of the new Chief Minister of the state can be approved tomorrow i.e. Saturday, May 9, for which not only West Bengal but the entire country is waiting.

Trinamool Congress, under the leadership of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, has been in power in Bengal for more than a decade. During this period, party chief Mamata Banerjee remained in the headlines for many reasons. Another thing that was always discussed about him was that he did not take a single rupee salary during his tenure.

It has been said that during the last 15 years in power, he did not take a single rupee salary nor did he avail the benefit of pension as MP and MLA. In such a situation, the question obviously arises that how would he survive without salary or pension while holding such a high position?

How does your sister survive?

In an interview, Mamata Banerjee had revealed that she neither took her salary as Chief Minister nor touched her pension as an MP. His means of earning are book writing, painting and song writing. According to reports, apart from being a politician, Mamata Banerjee has also been a popular writer. She has written more than 100 books. He gets royalty from the books he writes, which is a major source of his income. From this they earn around Rs 10-11 lakh annually.

She also does painting. She donates part of the earnings from this. However, she also keeps some amount for her own needs. She also writes lyrics for songs. The production house for which she writes song lyrics pays her up to Rs 3 lakh annually. This has also been a major source of his income. Didi once said that she is alone so she does not need much money to survive. With the amount they earn, their work can be done comfortably.

How much pension will you get now?

If she chooses to take pension after stepping down from the post of Chief Minister, she will be entitled to multiple pensions and facilities simultaneously. Mamta Banerjee has been a Member of Parliament (MP) seven times, so the largest part of her possible pension will come from this. According to the current rules, former MPs who have held the post for at least five years get a basic pension of Rs 31,000 every month. An additional Rs 2,500 is added for every additional year of service. Considering his long parliamentary career of about 25–30 years, his MP pension alone can be around Rs 80,000 to Rs 1 lakh every month.

Apart from her tenure as MP, Banerjee has also been an MLA and Chief Minister. Under West Bengal rules, former MLAs get pension based on their salary structure, which is currently around Rs 1.21 lakh per month. However, the method of pension calculation may differ. As a former Chief Minister, he is also entitled to lifetime benefits, including medical facilities, Z+ security, staff and government accommodation.

Rules for more than one pension

Generally, people who have served as both MP and MLA can choose one pension – usually the higher pension. Banerjee has had a long tenure as MP, so probably her pension will be the highest. If he decides to accept this pension, he will get an amount of more than Rs 1 lakh every month. Besides, the facilities provided as a former Chief Minister will also be available throughout life.

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The first BJP ruled government is going to be formed in West Bengal after independence. Shubhendu Adhikari has been elected leader in the legislature party meeting. After being elected leader of the legislative party, he stressed on running the new state administration on the basis of ‘collective leadership’. If any leader has increased his stature rapidly in the politics of West Bengal in the last few years, it is Shubhendu Adhikari. Today, he is not only the most prominent face of BJP in the state, but is also going to become the new Chief Minister of the state.

I will not run a new government: Shubhendu

Shubhendu Adhikari said, ‘I will not run a new government. Together we will run the new government. The meeting was chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and attended by the newly elected 2027 Bharatiya Janata Party MLAs, during which his name was unanimously chosen as the new leader of the BJP legislature party in the West Bengal Assembly and thus the next Chief Minister.

Political analysts believe that through this message of ‘collective leadership’, Adhikari has also given an indirect message that the new state cabinet led by him will not work like the previous cabinet, which was led by his predecessor Mamata Banerjee, because in Mamata’s cabinet, administrative decisions, whether small or big, could not be passed without her consent. In his speech, the officer also outlined the priorities of the new state cabinet.

Shubhendu told the priority of BJP government

He said that our priority will be to trace and take legal action against those involved in corruption and misuse of public funds, to provide justice to those who have been victims of grave injustice and atrocities in the last 15 years, and to ensure better and corruption-free public services.

Mamata Banerjee had created an atmosphere of fear: Amit Shah

Earlier, while addressing the gathering, the Union Home Minister reminded all the 207 elected MLAs of the party that they should ensure that the unwavering faith with which the people of West Bengal gave the Bharatiya Janata Party a massive victory in the recently concluded West Bengal elections, is not broken. He said that there was an atmosphere of fear during Mamata Banerjee’s rule, but despite this, I am grateful to the people of West Bengal that they trusted our leaders and gave us this victory.

He said that he wants to tell the party leaders to make every possible effort to fulfill the aspirations of the people who brought them to power. The Home Minister said, ‘Don’t let the trust be broken. This is the duty of all of you. We have to ensure that we give our best to the people of West Bengal.

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After BJP’s landslide victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections, the process of formation of the new government has gained momentum. Now eyes are fixed on CM face. The picture of who BJP will make its Chief Minister will soon become clear. BJP legislature party meeting will be held in Kolkata on Friday (8 May). Observer Union Home Minister Amit Shah will also participate in this. It is believed that the name of the Chief Minister can be announced in this meeting.

In the elections, BJP won more than two-thirds majority by winning 207 seats, while TMC was limited to 80 seats. After this historic victory, all eyes are on the Chief Ministerial candidate of BJP who is going to form the government for the first time in Bengal. The party had not officially declared any chief ministerial face, but Shah had definitely said during the election rally that the new chief minister would be from Bengal only.

Many names are involved in the race for the post of Chief Minister of BJP. According to political experts, BJP may give preference to political influence and influence in the organization for the Chief Minister. However, suspense still remains on to whom BJP will hand over the chair of Bengal. Let us know which faces are among the possible contenders for the post of Chief Minister of BJP.

Shubhendu Adhikari

Shubhendu Adhikari currently remains the main face of BJP in Bengal. His name is at the forefront in the race for Chief Minister. The reason for this is his political importance, hold in the organization, understanding of the land and network. In the last two assembly elections, Subhendu Adhikari not only contested against Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, but also won. Adhikari is considered the strongest face of BJP because of his direct challenge to the Mamata government.

Dilip Ghosh

The second most talked about name in BJP is that of Dilip Ghosh. He is a senior leader of BJP and has been the former state president of Bengal. He has played an important role in strengthening BJP in Bengal. His hold remains strong in the party. In such a situation, the party can hand over the responsibility of the new CM of Bengal to him.

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Samik Bhattacharya

In Bengal, the name of current state president of BJP Samik Bhattacharya is also included in the race for the post of Chief Minister. Under his leadership the party has won this assembly election. He joined RSS in 1974. He has also been the General Secretary of BJP in Bengal. Apart from this, he was also a member of the National Working Committee of the party and the Core Committee of the State BJP. In 2025, he was made the new state president of the party in place of Sukant Majumdar.

Agnimitra Paul

Agnimitra Paul, a fashion designer by profession, is also in the race for CM. Agnimitra is known as an outspoken leader. She joined BJP in 2019. For the first time in 2021, she contested the assembly elections and became MLA by defeating TMC’s Sayani Ghosh. In January this year, the party made him the vice president of Bengal BJP. In this election also he has won from Asansol South seat.

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