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est Bengal Budget 2026 Live Updates: Stay updated with the latest announcements from the West Bengal Budget 2026, live updates on infrastructure spending, employment measures, agriculture support, industrial policy and fiscal targets.
Ahead of the presentation, Chief Minister Adhikari has signalled that a new industrial policy will be unveiled, featuring streamlined land acquisition, a single-window clearance system and investor incentives. With BJP governments at both the Centre and in Kolkata, observers expect stronger coordination of the ‘double engine sarkar’ on central schemes, faster project clearances and a swifter grant of finances from the centre.
The state enters this budget cycle carrying significant fiscal legacy issues. Public debt has climbed above ₹8 lakh crore, debt servicing eats up a large chunk of resources, and revenue deficits have remained stubborn in recent years. Long-standing gaps in infrastructure and a slower pace of large-scale private investment have weighed on growth and employment.
- June 22, 2026 12:24
West Bengal Budget Live Updates: Budget allocation of ₹550 crore for free bus service for women. The government will issue pink cards for this free service
- June 22, 2026 12:22
West Bengal Budget Live Updates: Budget allocation for Annapurna scheme around ₹36,000 lakh crore
- June 22, 2026 12:21
West Bengal Budget Live Updates: 20% DA for state government employees, Total DA will be 38%. It will be implemented from April 1, 2026, says FM Dasgupta
- June 22, 2026 12:20
West Bengal Budget Live Updates: Remuneration increase for state bus conductors. ₹5,000 monthly pension for retired journalists
- June 22, 2026 12:16
West Bengal Budget Live Updates: State to auction all mines through e-auction of Central government
- June 22, 2026 12:13
West Bengal Budget Live Updates: 1 lakh vacant post will be filled up in state government jobs, of which 30% will be for women, says FM Dasgupta
- June 22, 2026 12:12
West Bengal Budget Live Updates: There will be new fire brigade stations across the state, says FM Dasgupta
- June 22, 2026 12:12
West Bengal Budget Live Updates: We want to develop a corruption free structure, says FM Dasgupta
- June 22, 2026 12:08
West Bengal Budget Live Updates: All the welfare schemes prevailing in the state will continue, says FM Dasgupta
- June 22, 2026 12:06
West Bengal Budget Live Updates: Our work is a mission to restore West Bengal’s pride and push it for accelerated growth, says State Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta
- June 22, 2026 12:05
West Bengal Budget Live Updates: Swapan Dasgupta started presenting the Budget
- June 22, 2026 12:03
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta performed Puja on the occasion of State Budget for 2026-27 to be presented in the Assembly this afternoon
- June 22, 2026 11:33
New Bengal government to bring visible industrial reforms within 100 days: BJP
The BJP government in West Bengal will introduce a comprehensive land policy and a new data policy to bring a visible change to the industrial environment within 100 days of taking office, State BJP president Samik Bhattacharya said on Monday. Read more here
- June 22, 2026 11:29
Govt to bring Tatas back to Bengal, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari
Govt to bring Tatas back to Bengal, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari vows to bring the Tata Group back, ensuring balanced industrial growth and farmers’ rights.
- June 22, 2026 11:28
Industry bodies urge incentives to attract investments in Bengal
Leading industry bodies like CII and ASSOCHAM say Bengal should consider fiscal and non-fiscal incentives to key industries, prioritise plug-and-play industrial ecosystems, and leverage its inherent strengths in industry, logistics, and natural resources to attract major investments and create jobs.
- June 22, 2026 11:27
Optimistic about Bengal Budget, industries expect it to lay out clear roadmap for accelerating economic growth
With West Bengal Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta set to present the first Budget of the new BJP government on Monday, industry bodies and companies are genuinely optimistic, expecting it to be growth-oriented and lay out a clear roadmap for accelerating the State’s economic growth.
Optimistic about Bengal Budget, industries expect it to lay out clear roadmap for accelerating economic growth
Bengal’s upcoming Budget is anticipated to create a roadmap for economic growth, attracting investments and enhancing industrial competitiveness.
- June 22, 2026 11:25
West Bengal cabinet approves “Annapurna Bhandar” scheme for women from June, gives in-principle approval for formation of 7th Pay Commission
West Bengal cabinet approves “Annapurna Bhandar” scheme for women from June, gives in-principle approval for formation of 7th Pay Commission
West Bengal’s cabinet approves the “Annapurna Bhandar” scheme for women and plans for the 7th Pay Commission.
- June 22, 2026 11:23
Historic BJP win in Bengal sparks industry hopes of reforms, investments, jobs
After the Bharatiya Janata Party’s historic election win in West Bengal, industry captains of the State believe the new BJP government will usher in a business-friendly environment, which will draw big-ticket investment and create major job opportunities for youth.
Historic BJP win in Bengal sparks industry hopes of reforms, investments, jobs
BJP’s historic win in Bengal ignites optimism for reforms, investments, and job creation under a double-engine governance model.
- June 22, 2026 11:21
West Bengal FM Swapan Dasgupta meets Nirmala Sitharaman, Ashok Lahiri ahead of State Budget
West Bengal Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta on Wednesday met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and NITI Aayog vice-chairman Ashok Lahiri ahead of next week’s State Budget.
West Bengal FM Swapan Dasgupta meets Nirmala Sitharaman, Ashok Lahiri ahead of State Budget
West Bengal FM Swapan Dasgupta meets Nirmala Sitharaman and Ashok Lahiri for pre-Budget consultations ahead of the State Budget.
Published on June 22, 2026
