Kolkata, Oct. 25 -- Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari visited the residence of NCPI MP Sudip Bandopadhyay to attend Lakshmi Puja on Sunday, in a visit that drew attention amid changing political equations in Bengal. Adhikari was offered narus as prasad.
The visit brought the Chief Minister and the veteran parliamentarian together at a religious occasion, highlighting the significance of personal outreach across party lines in Bengal's politically charged atmosphere. Bandopadhyay is a prominent political figure in Kolkata and has been associated with the NCPI.
Describing the visit as a courtesy call, Adhikari said he had attended the Puja at Bandopadhyay's invitation. He pointed out that the MP had already attended a breakfast meeting hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
"Sudipji is with the NDA, so there is no problem in visiting Sudip Bandopadhyay's home," Adhikari said. The CM said the two had no political discussions.
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