West Bengal Seeks British Investment in Green Technologies

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee urged British businesses to invest in the state across various sectors, emphasizing automation, engineering, and artificial intelligence. Highlighting the state's historical ties with the UK, she advocated for direct flight connectivity between Kolkata and London and outlined significant economic progress under her leadership.

Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, extended an invitation to British enterprises to invest in sectors such as automation, engineering, and artificial intelligence during a session in London.

Linking the state's historical connections with the UK, Banerjee emphasized West Bengal's progress and offered insights into the state's substantial economic growth, noting a reduction in poverty since her party's rise to power in 2011.

She advocated for direct flights between Kolkata and London to boost business, cultural exchange, and tourism, urging airlines to consider this beneficial move, promising a grand reception for those who facilitate it.

(With inputs from agencies.)