Suvendu Adhikari Pushes for Promised Schemes in West Bengal

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has directed officials to implement the 'Annapurna Bhandar' scheme and offer free travel for women in state-run buses. The initiatives were key promises in the BJP's manifesto. Implementation guidelines are pending, with benefits of the Ayushman Bharat health plan expected to start from June.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kolkata | Updated: 11-05-2026 22:24 IST | Created: 11-05-2026 22:24 IST
Suvendu Adhikari Pushes for Promised Schemes in West Bengal
Suvendu Adhikari
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has set his sights on rolling out the 'Annapurna Bhandar' scheme, alongside free bus travel for women.

These initiatives, prominent in the BJP's campaign promises, are aimed at providing financial support and transportation benefits to women.

Despite no completed guidelines, health insurance under Ayushman Bharat is anticipated by June.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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