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At Bengal swearing-in, Modi honours 97-year-old Makhanlal Sarkar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored Makhanlal Sarkar, a 97-year-old associate of Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, at the swearing-in ceremony for Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari. Modi acknowledged Sarkar's contributions and past arrest alongside Dr. Mukherjee. The event marked a significant moment for the BJP in West Bengal, with Modi emphasizing the party's commitment to realizing Mukherjee's vision.

9 May 2026 4:33 pm