West Bengal budget 2026: 20% DA hike, 1 lakh jobs in BJP government's first budget | TheBriefWire
West Bengal budget 2026: 20% DA hike, 1 lakh jobs in BJP government's first budget
Published 22 June 2026 ยท politics
West Bengal's new BJP government has unveiled its inaugural budget, prioritizing welfare and employment. Key announcements include a significant Dearness Allowance hike for state employees
West Bengal's new BJP government has unveiled its inaugural budget, prioritizing welfare and employment. Key announcements include a significant Dearness Allowance hike for state employees, the creation of one lakh government jobs, and a substantial Rs 36,000 crore direct cash transfer scheme for women. The budget also proposes infrastructure development and support for various worker categories, aiming to restore fiscal discipline and public trust.
Published: June 22, 2026 โข 2:53 PM IST ยท Updated: June 22, 2026 โข 3:32 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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West Bengal's new BJP government has unveiled its inaugural budget, prioritizing welfare and employment.
Key announcements include a significant Dearness Allowance hike for state employees, the creation of one lakh government jobs, and a substantial Rs 36,000 crore direct cash transfer scheme for women.
The budget also proposes infrastructure development and support for various worker categories, aiming to restore fiscal discipline and public trust.