West Bengal Ministers List – New WB Ministers In Suvendu Adhikari Ministry
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Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as the 9th Chief Minister of West Bengal on May 9, 2026, becoming the first BJP Chief Minister in the state’s history.
- Chief Minister: Suvendu Adhikari (BJP)
- Sworn-in: May 9, 2026 — Brigade Parade Ground, Kolkata
- Outgoing CM: Mamata Banerjee (defeated in Bhabanipur by Suvendu Adhikari)
- Full cabinet list: 6-member cabinet
- Governor: RN Ravi
Suvendu Adhikari took oath as Chief Minister at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata on May 9, 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled states attended the ceremony. Here is the list of
West Bengal Ministers List — Suvendu Adhikari Cabinet
Find below the West Bengal Ministers list took oath on May 9, 2026.
| Minister Name | Portfolio / Ministry | Constituency |
|---|---|---|
| Suvendu Adhikari (Chief Minister) | Home, General Administration (expected) | Nandigram / Bhabanipur |
| Dilip Ghosh | Rural development, Panchayats, and animal resources | Kharagpur Sadar |
| Agnimitra Paul | Women and child welfare | Asansol Dakshin |
| Ashok Kirtania | Food department | Bangaon Uttar |
| Khudiram Tudu | Backward class welfare | Ranibandh (ST) |
| Nisith Pramanik | North Bengal development, sports, and youth welfare | Mathabhanga |
West Bengal Ministers List – A Short Bio Of Cabinet Ministers
Suvendu Adhikari — Chief Minister
Suvendu Adhikari serves as the Chief Minister of West Bengal and is expected to handle the Home and General Administration departments. He represents the Nandigram / Bhabanipur constituencies and is one of the BJP’s most prominent leaders in the state. Formerly a senior Trinamool Congress leader, he joined the BJP ahead of the 2021 Assembly elections. Adhikari is known for his strong organizational influence and political presence across Bengal.
Dilip Ghosh — Rural Development, Panchayats and Animal Resources
Dilip Ghosh is the Minister for Rural Development, Panchayats, and Animal Resources, representing Kharagpur Sadar constituency. A former West Bengal BJP president, he played a key role in expanding the party’s grassroots network in the state. Known for his outspoken style and strong cadre connect, Ghosh has been one of BJP’s key faces in Bengal politics. His ministry is expected to focus on rural infrastructure and village governance.
Agnimitra Paul — Women and Child Welfare
Agnimitra Paul serves as the Minister for Women and Child Welfare and represents Asansol Dakshin constituency. A fashion designer turned politician, she emerged as a prominent BJP leader in Bengal through her active public outreach and media presence. Paul has been vocal on issues related to women’s safety and empowerment. Her ministry is expected to focus on welfare schemes for women and children across the state.
Ashok Kirtania — Food Department
Ashok Kirtania is the Minister in charge of the Food Department and represents Bangaon Uttar constituency. He is known for his grassroots political work in North 24 Parganas district and strong support base among local communities. Kirtania has been actively involved in organizational politics and rural outreach programs. His department oversees food distribution, ration systems, and public supply management in West Bengal.
Khudiram Tudu — Backward Class Welfare
Khudiram Tudu serves as the Minister for Backward Class Welfare and represents the Ranibandh (ST) constituency. A tribal leader from western West Bengal, he is known for advocating issues related to tribal rights and rural development. Tudu has worked extensively among indigenous communities in the Junglemahal region. His ministry is expected to focus on social welfare, education, and economic upliftment for backward communities.
Nisith Pramanik — Portfolio Yet to be Announced
Nisith Pramanik is a senior BJP leader from North Bengal and is expected to play an important role in the state cabinet. He has previously served as a Union Minister and is known for his influence in the Cooch Behar region. Pramanik gained prominence through his organizational work and strong political campaigns in North Bengal. His portfolio allocation is expected to be announced soon.
Sources: Election Commission of India | Wikipedia — Suvendu Adhikari | Official BJP press statements
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