'Pro-people, not rudderless': Mamata Banerjee hails Bengal budget; attacks Centre for denying funds to state

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:14:37 +0000
India

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP-led central government of withholding funds, yet her government presented a pro-people budget. The state's interim budget of Rs 4.06 lakh crore for 2026-27 includes increased allowances for women, youth, and frontline workers, notably boosting the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme by Rs 500 monthly.