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West Bengal launches Annapurna Yojana, begins Rs 3,000 monthly aid for 28.25 lakh women
Updated On: 04 June, 2026 08:01 AM IST | Kolkata | Agencies
The West Bengal government launched Annapurna Yojana and began transferring Rs 3,000 per month to 28.25 lakh verified women beneficiaries in its first phase. The scheme replaces the earlier Lakshmir Bhandar programme, which provided up to Rs 1,500 monthly assistance
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari (in white) presents symbolic cheques. PIC/PTI
The West Bengal government on Wednesday launched the Annapurna Yojana for women and began the process of transferring Rs 3000 per month to 28.25 lakh beneficiaries enrolled in the first phase.
The scheme has replaced the previous TMC government's ‘Lakshmir Bhandar’ scheme, under which around 2.42 crore women received a maximum of Rs 1500 per month.
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