Mamata Takes Charge: State Initiative for Housing and Farmer Relief in West Bengal

Mamata Banerjee, Chief Minister of West Bengal, has directed state officials to construct houses for those excluded from the Centre's Awas Yojana. The state will fund this initiative independently. A survey is underway to identify eligible beneficiaries while compensating over 9 lakh farmers affected by recent calamities has also been announced.

In a bold move, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has signaled her intent to independently fund housing for residents excluded from the Centre's 'Awas Yojana' scheme. In a decisive meeting with state officials, she instructed them to proceed without adhering to any central government conditions due to the lack of funding.

The state government has already initiated a survey aimed at identifying individuals in need of housing support. This represents an assertive step by the state administration to address housing shortages without reliance on central assistance. Mamata has reiterated her commitment to aiding the underserved in the state with swift implementations.

In an additional act of support, the state government has announced compensation for over 9 lakh farmers adversely affected by recent floods and Cyclone Dana. The Chief Minister's dissatisfaction with the slow insurance survey process has spurred this independent initiative, ensuring timely relief for victims of natural disasters.

(With inputs from agencies.)