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Bengal Budget 2026: 1 Lakh Jobs & ₹5,000 Cr Industry Boost
Following the historic presentation of West Bengal’s 2026 budget by Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta, state machinery is rapidly aligning to execute a massive economic overhaul. The blueprint prioritizes immediate employment by pledging to fill 1 lakh government vacancies, complete with a landmark 33% reservation for women
.Industrial growth receives a powerful ₹5,000 crore incentive package alongside reforms to unlock developable land. Furthermore, the budget strengthens rural welfare by allocating ₹14,000 crore for job funds, introducing a monthly unemployment allowance, and granting a significant ₹5,000 salary hike to dedicated ICDS Asha workers.
