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Mithun Chakraborty Appointed BJP-Led Bengal Govt's Cultural Advisor, to Hold Cabinet Rank
The veteran actor will advise on information, culture and art matters under the state’s cultural affairs department.
- On Wednesday, the West Bengal government appointed veteran actor and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Mithun Chakraborty as a cultural advisor with the rank of Cabinet Minister in the Information and Cultural Affairs Department.
- Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari recently announced the decision during the foundation-laying ceremony for the Uttam Kumar Film Centre in New Town, citing Chakraborty's contributions to the film industry.
- Chakraborty, known as "Mahaguru" in Bengali cinema, joined the BJP in 2021 and became a prominent star campaigner using the one-liner "Ek chobol chobi" to energize election crowds.
- Effective immediately until further orders, the role tasks Chakraborty with advising the government on matters concerning art, tourism, and culture, building on prior collaboration during Uttam Kumar centenary celebrations.
- Currently in Alipurduar for a shooting assignment, Chakraborty thanked Chief Minister Adhikari for the responsibility, with sources in Nabanna indicating he will formally take charge very soon.
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Mithun Chakraborty appointed Bengal govt cultural advisor with Cabinet rank - The Tribune
Veteran actor and BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty was on Wednesday appointed a cultural advisor to the West Bengal government with the rank of a cabinet minister, according to a notification.
·Chandigarh, India
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Mithun Chakraborty appointed advisor to West Bengal government, gets Cabinet Minister rank
Veteran actor and BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty has been appointed Advisor to the West Bengal government with the rank of Cabinet Minister. He will be associated with the Information & Cultural Affairs Department.
·Noida, India
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