In one of the most extensive measures, the entry and movement of goods vehicles within Kolkata Police jurisdiction will remain restricted from 4:00 am to 8:00 pm on May 9.
According to BJP sources, Suvendu Adhikari, second only to Shah in scripting the BJP’s massive landslide in West Bengal, is the likely frontrunner for the position of the chief minister, but the party might have some other plans too in order to bolster its vote-banks for the future consolidation of the victory.
Appointed as the party’s central observer, Shah is set to chair the BJP legislature party meeting later in the day, a key step in formalising leadership in the state.
Shah is expected to chair a crucial meeting with senior leaders and core committee members. The discussions will focus on assessing the political situation, reviewing organisational preparedness, and finalising the next course of action.
With the TMC losing elections and, thus, majority in Assembly, Banerjee's continuation in office would be against the constitutional requirement of holding the CM's post.
