End of a 15-Year Tenure: Transition in the 18th West Bengal Assembly
A significant political shift occurred in West Bengal on May 7, 2026, marking the conclusion of Mamata Banerjee’s 15-year tenure as Chief Minister (2011–2026). Following the dissolution of the 17th Vidhan Sabha, Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as the Chief Minister of the 18th West Bengal Legislative Assembly.
Context of the Change:
- The 15-Year Legacy: Mamata Banerjee led the state through three consecutive terms after defeating the 34-year-old Left Front rule in 2011.
- Official Dissolution: Governor R.N. Ravi officially dissolved the outgoing assembly following the completion of its term.
- New Leadership: Suvendu Adhikari now takes the helm of the state administration, signaling a new political direction for West Bengal.