Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari expanded the West Bengal cabinet on Monday by swearing in 35 new ministers [1].
The expansion significantly alters the state's executive structure by filling a large portion of the available ministerial slots. This move allows the administration to distribute portfolios across a wider array of legislative representatives to manage state governance.
Governor R.N. Ravi administered the oath of office to the new ministers during the ceremony held at Lok Bhavan in Kolkata [2]. The induction included individuals such as Swapan Dasgupta and Tapas Roy [3].
With the addition of 35 members [1], the total strength of the West Bengal cabinet has risen to 41 [3]. This current number leaves the council three short of the maximum allowed for a 294-member assembly [4].
The expansion follows a previous announcement by the Chief Minister regarding the need to grow the council of ministers [1]. The ceremony marks a consolidation of the current administration's leadership team within the state capital.
“Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari expanded the West Bengal cabinet on Monday by swearing in 35 new ministers.”
By bringing the cabinet size to 41, the administration has nearly reached the constitutional ceiling for a state assembly of 294 members. This leaves the Chief Minister with very little room for further political appointments, meaning the current roster likely represents the final composition of the executive branch for this term.
