Babul Supriyo Shifts to Non-Conventional and Renewable Energy Sources Portfolio
Indranil Sen Takes Charge of Tourism Department
Singer-turned-politician Indranil Sen was entrusted with the independent charge of the State's Tourism department, effectively replacing Babul Supriyo. Additionally, Sen holds the portfolio of the Technical Education, Training, and Skill Development Department, demonstrating the Chief Minister's focus on skill development and education.
Babul Supriyo's New Role
Babul Supriyo, who previously oversaw the Information Technology department, has now been assigned to the Department of Non-conventional and Renewable Energy Sources. This strategic placement reflects the government's commitment to harnessing alternative and renewable energy sources for sustainable development.
Additional Responsibilities for Forest Minister and Others
In a bid to optimize the efficiency of the Cabinet, Forest Minister Jyoti Priya Mallick was entrusted with additional responsibilities. He will now oversee the Department of Public Enterprises and Industrial Reconstruction, adding to his portfolio. Similarly, Minister Pradip Mazumdar, who previously managed the Department of Panchayats and Rural Development, has taken charge of the Department of Co-operation. Arup Roy, the Minister of Food Processing Industries and Horticulture, previously in charge of the Department of Co-operation, will now handle different responsibilities within the Cabinet.
Dhupguri's Transformation into a Subdivision
In another significant development, the State Cabinet announced the transformation of Dhupguri and parts of Banarhat into a new subdivision. This decision follows Trinamool Congress general secretary Abhishek Banerjee's prior announcement, made ahead of the Dhupguri bypoll. The conversion of the block in Jalpaiguri district into a subdivision is expected to streamline administration and cater to the region's evolving needs.
Trinamool Congress's Dhupguri Victory
The cabinet reshuffle and the subdivision announcement come on the heels of the Trinamool Congress's triumph in the Dhupguri Assembly seat bypolls. The party secured victory with a margin of 4,309 votes, wresting the seat from the BJP. This electoral success underscores the Trinamool Congress's popularity in the region and its commitment to fulfilling promises made to the electorate.
In summary, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's cabinet reshuffle and the decision to create a new subdivision signal a proactive approach to governance and administration in West Bengal. These strategic changes aim to optimize ministerial roles and enhance the state's developmental efforts, reflecting the government's commitment to effective leadership and fulfilling the needs of its constituents.
