The Chief Minister of West Bengal, Suvendu Adhikari, declared that the state will observe the Prime Minister’s birthday as ‘Annapurna Divas’ every year. The announcement was made during a political event in Kolkata. Adhikari said the initiative would honour the Prime Minister’s role and strengthen ties between the state and the central government. He added that the day would be marked with cultural activities and public gatherings. The state government plans to organise community feasts and speeches in major cities and districts. The celebrations will highlight the PM’s achievements and promote unity among citizens. The decision has been welcomed by political allies, while opposition parties have expressed their views on the initiative. The state is expected to formalise the observance in the coming months.
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West Bengal to Observe PM Modi's Birthday as 'Annapurna Divas' Annually
Kolkata: The Chief Minister of West Bengal, Suvendu Adhikari, announced that the state will annually celebrate the birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as 'Annapurna Divas'. The decision, made during a political gathering, aims to honour the PM’s contributions and promote unity. The celebration will involve cultural programmes, community feasts and public speeches across the state. The move is expected to be implemented in the upcoming year.
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