🌺 Began Ashtami morning with the sacred blessings of Maa Durga, followed by an inspection of the immersion ghat on the Sutunga River in Mathabhanga alongside the District Magistrate (DM) and Superintendent of Police (SP). Reviewed preparations for a smooth immersion and the safety arrangements amid the Durga Puja festivities. 🙏✨ May Maa Durga bless everyone with a safe and joyful Puja. 🌼 #DurgaPuja2026 #SanatanaDharma

Congratulations to Nishad Kumar on his outstanding Gold Medal-winning performance in the Men’s Long Jump T47 at the Asian Para Games 2026, with a leap of 7.11 metres. His achievement celebrates the strength of human determination and the excellence of Indian para-sport. Our champions continue to make the Tricolour soar high! #NishadKumar #ParaGames #India #GoldMedal

Kudos to #Mona Agarwal for a record-breaking 🥇 Gold medal finish, and to defending champion #Avani Lekhara for securing a phenomenal 🥈 Silver. Their triumph proves that no hurdle is too big when backed by absolute determination. Saluting these true daughters of India! 🇮🇳 #AichiNagoya2026 #ProudIndia #SportsExcellence #YouthEmpowerment #ParaGames2026

Heartiest congratulations to Anandkumar Velkumar on winning gold in the Senior Men’s Marathon at the World Skate Games 2026 in Paraguay! 🇮🇳🥇 With another world title, alongside silver and bronze medals, he has once again showcased the dedication and excellence of Indian sporting talent. His remarkable achievement makes the entire nation proud and inspires our youth to dream bigger and aim higher. #WorldSkateGames2026 #IndianSports

On Maha Navami, I pray to Maa Durga for the well-being of every family, the happiness of every household, and peace and prosperity for our beloved West Bengal. মা দুর্গার আশীর্বাদ সকলের উপর বর্ষিত হোক। শুভ মহা নবমী! 🙏

कोलकाता के चोरबागान सार्वजनिक दुर्गा पूजा पंडाल में हुए हादसे में घायल श्रद्धालुओं से अस्पताल जाकर मिला और उनका कुशलक्षेम जाना। इस कठिन घड़ी में पश्चिम बंगाल सरकार हर घायल और पीड़ित परिवार के साथ मजबूती से खड़ी है। माँ दुर्गा सभी घायलों को शीघ्र स्वस्थ करें, यही प्रार्थना है। কলকাতার চোরবাগান দুর্গাপূজা মণ্ডপে ঘটে যাওয়া দুর্ঘটনায় আহত পুণ্যার্থীদের সঙ্গে হাসপাতালে গিয়ে দেখা করেছি এবং তাঁদের শারীরিক অবস্থার খোঁজখবর নিয়েছি। এই কঠিন সময়ে পশ্চিমবঙ্গ সরকার প্রত্যেক আহত ব্যক্তি ও ক্ষতিগ্রস্ত পরিবারের পাশে দৃঢ়ভাবে রয়েছে।মা দুর্গার কাছে প্রার্থনা করি, সকল আহত ব্যক্তি যেন দ্রুত সুস্থ হয়ে ওঠেন।

The safety and well-being of every Citizen remain our utmost priority. To personally assess the ground situation and ensure foolproof crowd management across all major Puja Pandals, I visited the central monitoring facilities today:- * West Bengal Police Traffic Control Room (Araksha Bhawan, Salt Lake): Reviewed State-level traffic management, surveillance infrastructure and tactical readiness alongside Senior Officers. * Kolkata Police Control Room (Lalbazar): Inspected live citywide CCTV feeds tracking footfall, transit corridors and crowd densities around major Puja Pandals. The Administration and Police Department are constantly reviewing the ground situation and making real time modifications wherever required along with enhanced Police deployment and round-the-clock ground vigilance, ensuring strict compliance with crowd safety regulations by all Puja organizers. I appeal to all Puja Committees and devotees to extend their full cooperation to the Police & Administrative personnel on the ground.

Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri @AmitShah Ji and Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri @SuvenduWB Ji visited the injured in the tragic Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal accident and enquired about their health. The situation is being closely monitored, and we are committed to ensuring all necessary medical care, relief and assistance reach every affected family without delay. Praying to Maa Durga for the speedy recovery and well-being of all those injured. 🙏

Deeply saddened and shocked by the tragic stampede at the Chorbagan Puja pandal at North Kolkata today. My heartfelt condolences go out to the bereaved families who have lost their loved ones in this devastating incident. The Chief Secretary, Home Secretary, DGP, CP & Senior Officials are with me, we are continuously monitoring the situation. Cabinet Colleagues and Rajya Sabha MP Shri Samik Bhattacharya accompanied me when I personally visited the injured at the Hospital. We are continuously taking stock of ground operations. Our immediate priority is providing immediate medical care to the injured and extending every possible support and assistance to the affected families. As per reports, 17 individuals have tragically lost their lives, and 25 people are currently undergoing treatment. One person remains in critical condition under close observation. The State Government has announced Rs. 25 lakhs and Govt Jobs as compensation for the victims' families and we will be taking steps for constituting a STF under a Sitting Judge for fair investigation. Praying for the swift and complete recovery of all those injured. The Emergency Toll-Free Helpline number: 1800 345 5678 has been activated for People in distress.

Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in the stampede at Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata. Our heartfelt condolences are with the bereaved families during this hour of immense grief. The State Government has announced financial assistance of ₹25 lakh and a government job for the family of each deceased. The cost of medical treatment for the injured will be borne by the government, along with financial assistance of ₹5 lakh for each injured person. We pray for the speedy recovery of all those injured. In this moment of grief, standing by the affected families and ensuring that such tragedies are never repeated must remain our foremost priority. BJP West Bengal stands with the affected families.

Deeply saddened by the pandal collapse in Chorbagan. My thoughts are with those injured and their families during this difficult time. Our government is working tirelessly to ensure prompt medical care, immediate relief and every possible support for those affected. We stand firmly beside every affected family. Praying for the speedy recovery of all those injured. 🙏

Through active revival initiatives and immediate financial relief, our government is prioritizing the well-being of North Bengal's tea garden families. Thankful to Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji and Hon’ble CM Shri @SuvenduWB Ji for ensuring that progress reaches the grassroots level. The West Bengal Government stands firmly with the hardworking citizens shaping our future. #JanKalyan #TeaWorkersRelief #SuvenduAdhikari #NarendraModi #TeaGarden #NorthBengal

Under the guidance of Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri @SuvenduWB Ji, the Government of West Bengal stands firmly beside tea garden workers and their families. Visited Samsing Tea Garden, Jalpaiguri, alongside fellow Ministers, the MP and local MLA to address workers’ long-pending concerns after the previous owners left without honouring their promises or paying bonuses. Through our collective efforts, we helped resolve the issue and facilitated Puja bonus distribution by the new owners, bringing much-needed festive relief to workers and their families. #Samsing #Jalpaiguri #TeaGardenWorkers #PujaBonus #WestBengal

Bowing to Maa Kalaratri, the ultimate protector who removes all fears and darkness. May her divine blessings guide us toward righteousness and strength. Happy Maha Saptami! 🔱 #JaiMaaKalaratri #DurgaPuja2026 #NavratriDay7

Heartiest congratulations to Amruta Pujari on reaching the Women’s 72kg Final at the U23 World Wrestling Championships! Her outstanding performance is a proud moment for Indian wrestling. Best wishes for the gold medal bout. #AmrutaPujari #WrestlingChampion

Moments from Durga Puja visits in Mathabhanga, Nishiganj and Cooch Behar, filled with devotion, festive joy and your love. 🙏🌺 #DurgaPuja2026 #ShubhoSharodiya #CoochBehar

Glimpses of Durga Puja pandal visits across Cooch Behar city, sharing moments of devotion and festive joy. 🙏🌺 #CoochBehar #DurgaPuja2026 #ShubhoSharodiya

या देवी सर्वभूतेषु माँ कात्यायनी रूपेण संस्थिता। नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नमः॥ On the auspicious occasion of Maha Shashti, offering my prayers to Maa Katyayani. May the divine sixth avatar of Maa Durga destroy all negativity, bestow immense inner strength upon us, and fill everyone's life with peace and prosperity. #MaaKatyayani #DurgaPuja #Navratri

Glimpses from a memorable interaction with our champions who made India proud at the Asian Games!