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8 opposition parties write to PM Modi on Manish Sisodia’s arrest, Congress not part of effort

Delhi’s former Deputy Chief Minister was arrested on charges of alleged corruption in framing the liquor policy for Delhi.

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8 opposition parties write to PM Modi on Manish Sisodia's arrest, Congress not part of effort

Amidst the ongoing political war over the arrest of Aam Aadmi Party leader and Delhi’s former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, 8 opposition parties have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi alleging misuse of central investigative agencies. Significantly, Congress is not included in this letter signed by opposition leaders.

The signatories to the letter include BRS chief and Telangana CM Chandrasekhar Rao, JKNC chief Farooq Abdullah, AITC chief Mamata Banerjee, NCP chief Sharad Pawar, Uddhav Thackeray, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, Bihar Deputy CM and RJD chairperson Tejashwi Yadav and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav are involved.

The letter reads that India is still a democratic country and the blatant misuse of central agencies against members of the opposition shows that country has transitioned from a democracy to an autocracy.

It further said that after a prolonged witch-hunt, Manish Sisodia has been arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) without any evidence in connection with alleged irregularities. Out of the total number of prominent politicians booked, arrested, raided or interrogated by investigative agencies under the U.S., the maximum number are from the opposition. It further said that interestingly, the number of opposition politicians who joined the BJP The cases against are slow going.

Opposition leaders cited the example of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who was under the scanner of the CBI and ED over the Saradha chit fund scam in 2014 and 2015 when he was with the Congress. The letter read, “The matter did not proceed further after Sarma joined the BJP. Similarly, former TMC (Trinamool Congress) leaders Shubhendu Adhikari and Mukul Roy were under ED and CBI probe in the Narada sting operation case, but There has been no progress in their cases since they joined the BJP.

It further read that since 2014, there has been a significant increase in the number of raids, cases registered and arrests against opposition leaders. Be it Lalu Prasad Yadav (Rashtriya Janata Dal ), Sanjay Raut (Shiv Sena), Azam Khan (Samajwadi Party), Nawab Malik and Anil Deshmukh (NCP), Abhishek Banerjee (TMC). Arrests in many such reported cases have taken place at the time of elections, making it clear that it has always been politically motivated.

For the unversed, the Gandhi family is being investigated by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for alleged money laundering related to the acquisition of Associated Journals Limited of Young Indian, the company that runs the National Herald newspaper. The ED had questioned both Rahul Gandhi and his mother Sonia Gandhi last year.

Manish Sisodia’s arrest

Delhi’s former Deputy Chief Minister was arrested on charges of alleged corruption in framing the liquor policy for Delhi. The BJP rejected the Aam Aadmi Party’s argument of political vendetta, saying even if he is the education minister who has done some work to improve schools, he cannot use it as a cover and hide behind corruption. may indulge in.

However, the Aam Aadmi Party has told a fake news has been fabricated by the BJP to tarnish the image of Delhi’s ruling party. At the same time, central agencies have said over the years that they do not arrest people on false charges and release them only if they are found not guilty after a thorough investigation, irrespective of their political background.

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Mamata beater Suvendu Adhikari set to become next West Bengal CM

Suvendu Adhikari emerged as the BJP’s choice for West Bengal Chief Minister after the party’s legislature meeting in Kolkata following its historic Assembly election victory.

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Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari is set to become the next Chief Minister of West Bengal after being elected leader of the BJP legislature party during a key meeting in Kolkata on Thursday.

The development comes days after the BJP secured a decisive victory in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, ending the Trinamool Congress’ long rule in the state. Party leaders met in the presence of senior central leadership to finalise the chief ministerial face ahead of the swearing-in ceremony scheduled for May 9.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended the legislature party meeting where Adhikari’s name was formally announced. Reports said the BJP leadership backed him after he emerged as the party’s strongest face in Bengal politics over the past few years.

Adhikari played a major role in the BJP’s campaign across the state and remained one of the party’s most aggressive leaders against the ruling Trinamool Congress. He also defeated former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur during the Assembly elections, strengthening his position within the party.

The BJP’s victory is being viewed as a major political shift in West Bengal, where the party is set to form its first government. Adhikari, once a senior Trinamool Congress leader, had joined the BJP before the 2021 Assembly elections and later became Leader of Opposition in the state Assembly.

Following the announcement, celebrations were reported outside Adhikari’s residence in East Midnapore, with party workers distributing sweets and raising slogans in support of the BJP leader.

The swearing-in ceremony of the new BJP government is expected to take place in Kolkata on May 9, where Adhikari will officially assume charge as the Chief Minister of West Bengal.

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Suvendu Adhikari emerges frontrunner for Bengal Chief Minister post

Suvendu Adhikari has emerged as the leading candidate for the West Bengal Chief Minister post as BJP prepares to form its first government in the state. Reports suggest the new cabinet may also include two deputy chief ministers.

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BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has emerged as the leading contender for the post of Chief Minister in West Bengal as the party prepares to form its first government in the state following its Assembly election victory.

The BJP legislature party is scheduled to meet in Kolkata to elect its leader, a decision that is expected to formally determine the next Chief Minister. Union Home Minister Amit Shah reached Kolkata ahead of the meeting and is overseeing the selection process.

Sources cited in media reports suggest the new BJP-led government may also appoint two deputy chief ministers, a post that has remained vacant in West Bengal for nearly two decades. One of the deputy CM positions could reportedly go to a woman leader. BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul is among the names being discussed for the role.

Another deputy chief minister could be chosen from north Bengal, with former Union minister Nisith Pramanik being seen as a possible contender, according to reports. There is also speculation that the BJP leadership may consider a representative from the tribal community for a senior cabinet role.

Adhikari, who played a key role in the BJP’s election campaign, defeated Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur during the recently concluded Assembly elections. The BJP secured a two-thirds majority in the 294-member Assembly, paving the way for its first government in West Bengal.

The swearing-in ceremony for the new government is expected to take place on May 9 in Kolkata. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah and several senior BJP leaders are expected to attend the event.

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West Bengal BJP government set for oath ceremony as suspense over new CM continues

The BJP is preparing to form its first government in West Bengal after securing a massive Assembly election victory, with the new Chief Minister expected to be chosen during a legislature party meeting in Kolkata.

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The Bharatiya Janata Party is preparing to form its first government in West Bengal after its decisive victory in the 2026 Assembly elections. The swearing-in ceremony of the new government is scheduled for May 9 in Kolkata, while suspense continues over the party’s Chief Ministerial choice.

According to reports, the BJP legislature party is expected to meet on Friday in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah to elect its leader formally. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah and several senior BJP leaders are likely to attend the oath-taking ceremony.

Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari has emerged as the frontrunner for the Chief Minister’s post following the BJP’s strong performance in the elections. Other names reportedly under consideration include Samik Bhattacharya, Sukanta Majumdar and Swapan Dasgupta.

The political developments come a day after Governor RN Ravi dissolved the West Bengal Legislative Assembly and state cabinet following the completion of the Assembly election process. The dissolution order was issued under Article 174(2)(b) of the Constitution after outgoing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declined to submit her resignation despite the Trinamool Congress losing power.

The BJP secured a clear majority in the 294-member Assembly, ending the Trinamool Congress’ 15-year rule in the state. The election outcome marks a major political shift in West Bengal, where the BJP is set to form a government for the first time.

Preparations for the swearing-in ceremony are underway at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground, where senior BJP leaders and party supporters are expected to gather for the event.

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