After BJP’s victory in Bengal, the last chapter of power begins – May 9 is the date for swearing in of the new Chief Minister. Preparation for big political change in Kolkata, but CM’s name still a mystery. New suspense deepens in West Bengal Election 2026.
West Bengal oath ceremony 2026: After the victory of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026, the formal process of formation of the new government has now intensified. The party leadership has announced that the swearing-in ceremony of the new Chief Minister will be held on May 9. This event is being considered as a turning point in the politics of the state, where the long standing power structure will now go into the hands of the new leadership.
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BJP state president Samik Bhattacharya confirmed the date and said that preparations are in the final stages and the swearing-in ceremony will be organized on a large scale. However, the party has not yet revealed the official name for the post of Chief Minister, due to which the political suspense has increased further.
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There is intense stir in the corridors of power, mystery still remains in the name of CM
Before the formation of the new government, the biggest question is who will be the Chief Minister. The names of several senior leaders are being discussed within the party, but the final decision is left to the central leadership. According to sources, the leader will be selected in the legislative party meeting before the swearing-in. Meanwhile, the market of speculation is hot in the political circles. Opposition parties are keeping an eye on this process and are claiming that after the change of power, major changes can be seen in the administrative direction.
Electoral mandate and the politics of “change”
BJP has brought about a change of power in the state by securing a huge majority in this election. The party says this mandate is the public’s seal of approval on the agenda of “change and development”. Since the election results, new equations are being formed at the administrative and political level in the state. Party leaders claim that the new government will give priority to transparency, security and economic development. At the same time, supporters are calling it “the beginning of a new era” in the politics of West Bengal.
Preparation for show of strength in swearing in ceremony
The swearing-in ceremony of May 9 will not just be a formal event, but it is also being seen as a show of political power. Many national level leaders and Chief Ministers of states can participate in this program. Security and administrative preparations have been intensified in the capital Kolkata. In view of the possibility of large crowd gathering at the venue, special arrangements are being made.
Suspense will increase in the coming days
The announcement of the name of the Chief Minister, the composition of the new cabinet and the first policy direction—all these questions remain unanswered. The day of May 9 will not only be an oath taking ceremony but will also decide where the new political direction of West Bengal will go.