Bengal approves 14,454 govt posts, Rs 50,000 scheme for unmarried women pursuing higher education

October 6, 2026 12:29 AM

Bengal approves 14,454 govt posts, Rs 50,000 scheme for unmarried women pursuing higher education

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday announced recruitment to 14,454 government posts within six to eight months, and approved the Bhagini Nivedita Scheme to provide Rs 50,000 assistance to unmarried women pursuing higher education for three years. The government also raised the monthly remuneration of ‘Karmabandhus’, part-time support staff, from Rs 5,000 to Rs 8,000, while increasing the food allowance for SC and ST hostel students from Rs 1,800 to Rs 3,300. Briefing rep...

Bengal to upgrade 300 police stations as model facilities: CM Suvendu

September 18, 2026 5:48 PM

Bengal to upgrade 300 police stations as model facilities: CM Suvendu

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday said 300 police stations in the state were being converted into model stations and expressed hope that the 112 emergency helpline would improve police response time. The government was also expanding facilities at police stations wherever space was available, with plans to set up gyms and playgrounds, he said. “We are converting 300 police stations into model stations. We are also adding facilities at police stations where there is space ...