West Bengal Budget LIVE: Swapan Dasgupta presents BJP government's first full budget in the Assembly (opens original article in a new tab)

West Bengal's BJP government will present its first full budget on June 22, 2026, aiming to balance welfare, fiscal consolidation, and economic growth amid high state debt.

• Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta will present West Bengal's 2026-27 budget on June 22, 2026, marking the BJP government's first full budget in the state.
• The state's debt is estimated at ₹7.5 lakh crore with a debt-to-GSDP ratio of 38%, one of the highest for major states, requiring fiscal consolidation.
• The budget is expected to focus on balancing welfare commitments, debt reduction, and industry reforms, including employment generation and economic activity growth.