April 01, 2026 12:40 pm (IST)
Babul Supriyo takes over as Minister of State for Heavy Industry & Public Enterprises
New Delhi, July 13 (IBNS): Babul Supriyo took charge as Minister of State for Heavy Industry & Public Enterprises here in New Delhi on Wednesday.
He first called on senior Minister Anant G. Geete and sought his guidance.
Anant Geete expressed the hope that Babul Supriyo being a young, energetic and enthusiastic person will strengthen his hands in achieving the developmental targets envisioned by the Prime Minister.
Speaking to the media persons after assuming office, Babul Supriyo said that he will strive to live up to the ‘performance doctrine’ of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
The Minister observed that he expects new horizons and challenges in the M/o Heavy Industry & Public Enterprises in the direction of making India a manufacturing hub.
On being asked about his contribution to the state of West Bengal as a union minister , he said that in the "company of Anant Geete ji it will be a fine opportunity for the overall development of country as a whole."
He said a lot needs to be done for his home state and he will also try to work for the strengthening Public Sector Enterprises in West Bengal.
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