West Bengal Government Elevates Mithun Chakraborty to Adviser Status, Matching Cabinet Minister Rank

In a move aimed at strengthening the cultural portfolio, the West Bengal government has appointed celebrated actor Mithun Chakraborty as an advisor to the Information and Cultural Affairs Department, granting him cabinet‑minister rank. The official notice, released on October 6, was signed by Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Agarwal and is backed by the Governor’s order. The appointment is expected to bring Chakraborty’s extensive experience in film and social work to the planning and execution of state‑level cultural programmes.