Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee

Politician, 7th Chief Minister of West Bengal

Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee - Politician, 7th Chief Minister of West Bengal
Born

March 1st, 1944
81 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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Served as the Chief Minister of West Bengal from 2000 to 2011, focusing on industrialization and infrastructure development in the state. Led the Left Front government, emphasizing policies aimed at economic growth and urban development. Initiated the Singur land acquisition for industrial projects, which was surrounded by controversy and public debate. His tenure was marked by a significant electoral defeat in 2011, ending the Left's 34-year rule in the state.

Served as Chief Minister of West Bengal

Oversaw industrial projects in West Bengal

Facilitated major infrastructural developments

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