West Bengal government rolls out benefits to 28 lakh women under Annapurna Yojana (opens original article in a new tab)

West Bengal government launched the Annapurna Bhandar scheme on June 4, 2026, providing ₹3000 monthly to 28 lakh women, doubling the previous benefit and requiring registration within 90 days.

• West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the Annapurna Bhandar scheme on June 4, 2026, providing ₹3000 monthly to 28,25,769 women.
• The scheme requires beneficiaries to register within 90 days, with a 11-page application form and public disclosure of beneficiaries.
• The scheme doubles the incentive from Lakshmir Bhandar's ₹1500 to ₹3000, aiming to address corruption in the previous scheme.