Kolkata, May 9 -- Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday congratulated Suvendu Adhikari on taking oath as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister, calling it a victory for the nation.

Speaking to reporters, Fadnavis said, "This is not just BJP's victory but also a victory for India. From the security point of view, West Bengal is a very important state. We are all very happy with the way the Suvendu Adhikari government has been formed in the state. I congratulate CM Suvendu Adhikari and all newly inducted Cabinet members."

Suvendu Adhikari today took oath as the state's first BJP Chief Minister, marking a significant political development in West Bengal.

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