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West Bengal to Present First Full Budget Under New BJP Government

Published on: 22 Jun 2026, 05:22 AM

The West Bengal government is set to present its first full budget on Monday, June 22, 2026, in the state Assembly. Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta will table the budget for the fiscal year 2026-27, nearly two months after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) came to power, ending 15 years of Trinamool Congress rule.

The budget is expected to strike a balance between sustaining welfare commitments and pursuing fiscal consolidation. West Bengal carries one of the heaviest debt burdens among major Indian states, making fiscal discipline a key challenge. Industry and employment generation are anticipated to be central themes, as the new government seeks to attract large investments and boost economic activity.

Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's administration aims to signal a shift in policy direction while maintaining continuity of existing welfare schemes. The budget will be closely watched for specific measures to address the state's financial health and promote growth.

Source: The Hindu

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