Suvendu eats fish offering at Kalighat temple amidst Bageshwar Baba row
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Roy performed prayers at Kolkata's Kalighat Temple on Kaushiki Amavasya and partook in the traditional fish bhog, as highlighted by the state BJP on social media. The visit occurred amid a public dispute involving religious figure Bageshwar Baba.
- ✓West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Roy performed prayers at Kolkata's Kalighat Temple on Kaushiki Amavasya and partook in the traditional fish bhog, as highlighted by the state BJP on social media.
- ✓The visit occurred amid a public dispute involving religious figure Bageshwar Baba.
- ✓Civic Domain: Categorized under politics public notices.
Chief Minister Suvendu Roy attended the Kaushiki Amavasya ceremony at the Kalighat Kali Temple in Kolkata, offering prayers to the deity and consuming the temple’s customary bhog of pulao and fish, according to a post by the West Bengal BJP.
The BJP shared a video of the chief minister’s participation, emphasizing that the offering aligns with the temple’s long‑standing rituals. No official statements from the state government or the temple administration were released beyond the party’s social‑media post.
The CM’s appearance comes as the state grapples with a controversy surrounding Bageshwar Baba, a religious leader whose activities have sparked debate among political and community groups. Observers note that the visit may be intended to reinforce the government’s connection with Hindu cultural practices while navigating the ongoing row.
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| Issuing Authority | The Hindu National |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | POLITICS |
| Jurisdiction | WB State |
| Publication Date | 12 September 2026 |