West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari is swearing in 35 new ministers on Monday, June 1, 2026 [1], [2].
This expansion is a critical step for the first-ever BJP-led government in West Bengal. By formalizing the Council of Ministers, the administration can now allocate specific portfolios and balance regional representation across the state [1], [2], [3].
The ceremony is scheduled to take place at 11 a.m. [4] at Lok Bhavan in Kolkata [3], [4]. Governor RN Ravi is administering the oath to the 35 inductees [4]. The group consists of members of the legislative assembly who will now assume executive roles within the state government [4].
This move follows the party's historic transition to power in the region. The administration aims to stabilize its governance structure and implement its policy agenda through a fully staffed cabinet [1], [2]. The process of assigning portfolios will determine how the government manages key sectors such as infrastructure, finance, and public safety [1], [2].
Officials have organized the event to ensure a smooth transition into the full operational phase of the current administration. The expansion allows the Chief Minister to distribute authority and delegate responsibilities across the newly formed executive branch [1], [3].
“West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari is swearing in 35 new ministers”
The formation of a full cabinet marks the transition from a provisional administration to a fully functional executive government. By inducting 35 ministers, the BJP is attempting to consolidate its political hold on West Bengal and ensure that various factions and regions are represented in the decision-making process, which is essential for maintaining stability in a newly won territory.
