Mithun Chakraborty Says ‘Fear-Free Bengal Has Truly Arrived’

Mithun Chakraborty fear-free Bengal remarks drew attention in Kolkata on Saturday as the veteran actor and newly appointed cultural advisor to the West Bengal government said the large public turnout during the festive season demonstrated that people were visiting the state freely and without fear.

Chakraborty was recently appointed as an advisor to the West Bengal government in the Information and Cultural Affairs Department with the rank of a Cabinet Minister.

#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: Former Actor and Advisor to the West Bengal Govt, Mithun Chakraborty says, "I would like to say that the Bengal of today is a free Bengal. Everyone is coming here happily to witness the festivities... This huge presence here is proof enough that a fear-free Bengal has truly arrived."

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Mithun Highlights Large Festive Turnout

Speaking in Kolkata, Chakraborty said:

“The Bengal of today is a free Bengal. Everyone is coming here happily to witness the festivities.”

He pointed to the large crowds attending festive programmes as evidence of what he described as a changed atmosphere in the state.

He added:

“This huge presence here is proof enough that a fear-free Bengal has truly arrived.”

The description of Bengal as “fear-free” reflects Chakraborty’s political and personal assessment of the current situation.

Newly Appointed Cultural Advisor

Chakraborty’s comments come only days after the West Bengal government formally appointed him as cultural advisor in the Information and Cultural Affairs Department.

The appointment was made with immediate effect and carries Cabinet Minister rank.

Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had earlier announced that Chakraborty would be given the role as part of the state government’s efforts to promote Bengal’s cultural and film sectors.

Focus on Culture and Tourism

Since taking up the advisory role, Chakraborty has said he intends to work on cultural and tourism-related initiatives across West Bengal.

In a recent interview, he said he was travelling across the state to identify locations that could be developed for tourism and that he would remain available to the government whenever required.

Festive Season Brings Large Crowds to Kolkata

The Mithun Chakraborty fear-free Bengal statement came during a period of heavy festive activity in Kolkata, with large numbers of people participating in Mahalaya events and preparations ahead of Durga Puja.

Chakraborty said the visible public participation and arrival of visitors reflected confidence among people taking part in the celebrations.

His remarks also underline the cultural emphasis of his new advisory role, which is expected to focus on Bengal’s heritage, tourism and film sectors.