BJP’s first Bengal Chief Minister to take oath on May 9, Tagore’s birth anniversary

The Bharatiya Janata Party is set to form its first-ever government in West Bengal, with the swearing-in ceremony scheduled for May 9, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore. The announcement comes after the party secured a sweeping victory in the recently concluded assembly elections, marking a major political shift in the state.

State BJP president Samik Bhattacharya confirmed that preparations are underway for the formation of the new government, including the selection of the party’s first chief ministerial face in Bengal. The choice of May 9 as the swearing-in date is being seen as a deliberate move, aligning the political transition with the cultural and historical significance of Tagore’s legacy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had earlier indicated this timeline during his final campaign rally, stating he would return to attend the oath-taking ceremony after the election results. Following the victory, he invoked Tagore’s ideals, reiterating the party’s vision of building a Bengal “where the mind is without fear and the head is held high,” reflecting a symbolic connection between governance and cultural identity.