Answer
Prafulla Chandra Ghosh
Explanation
Prafulla Chandra Ghosh took charge as the first Chief Minister of West Bengal on 15 August 1947.
Key Points
- > He was a member of the Indian National Congress
- > His tenure lasted from 1947 to 1948
- > He served as the Chief Minister twice in total
Additional Information
- The first Chief Minister of West Bengal was Prafulla Chandra Ghosh.
- He also became the Chief Minister as an independent candidate.
- He assumed office after the partition of the country in 1947.
| Chief Minister | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Prafulla Chandra Ghosh | 1947-1948 |
| Bidhan Chandra Roy | 1948-1962 |