Amit Shah Meets West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari, Extends Best Wishes For New Responsibilities

This was Adhikari’s first official visit to the national capital after taking oath as West Bengal’s ninth chief minister on May 9, 2026. The BJP secured a decisive mandate in the Assembly elections, winning 207 seats, while the Trinamool Congress was reduced to 80 seats. Adhikari also met President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit. 

Meeting With Amit Shah

• Amit Shah congratulated Suvendu Adhikari on assuming office as Chief Minister.
• Shah posted on X: “Met with the newly elected Chief Minister of BJP in West Bengal, Shri Suvendu Adhikari ji, and extended best wishes for his new responsibilities.”
• He assured that under Modi’s guidance, the West Bengal government will continue to work tirelessly for welfare, development, and transparent governance. 

Broader Political Context

• Adhikari’s victory marks a historic shift in West Bengal politics, ending the decade-long dominance of the Trinamool Congress.
• The BJP’s decisive win is seen as a mandate for economic revival, industrial growth, and youth empowerment in the state.
• Adhikari emphasized “double-engine growth,” highlighting synergy between the Centre and state governments. 

Leadership Highlights

•⁠  ⁠Amit Shah met Suvendu Adhikari in New Delhi on May 22, 2026

•⁠  ⁠Extended best wishes for Adhikari’s new role as West Bengal CM

•⁠  ⁠BJP secured 207 seats in Assembly elections, TMC reduced to 80

•⁠  ⁠Adhikari also met President Murmu and PM Modi during his visit

•⁠  ⁠Focus on welfare, good governance, and double-engine growth

•⁠  ⁠Centre assured support for economic revival and youth empowerment

Sources: Mint, WebIndia123, Newswav