Kolkata, May 9 -- West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday said his work as Chief Minister would begin after paying obeisance at Jorasanko Thakurbari, following his swearing-in as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister.

Adhikari said the day was significant for both the state and the country, adding that the oath-taking ceremony was held on Rabindra Jayanti as per the Prime Minister's wish.

He also said his government would focus on rebuilding West Bengal, asserting that the state has suffered setbacks in education and culture and needs restoration.

Speaking to the reporters, CM Adhikari said, "This day is very important for both the country and West Bengal. It was the PM's wish that the new government be formed on Rabindra Jayanti....