Archive · 29 Jul 2026
West Bengal Releases Rs 300 Crore to Schools
The Chief Minister of West Bengal, Suvendu Adhikari, announced that Rs 296.64 crore has been given to over 80,000 schools in the state.
This money is to help with things like keeping the schools clean, buying supplies, and making small improvements.
Each school will get about Rs 36,902.02.
The Chief Minister said the previous government had stopped giving this money, which made it hard for schools, especially in poorer areas, to buy even basic things like chalks and dusters.
He also mentioned a new plan where ISKCON will provide lunch to students in Kolkata, and the government will add eggs to make sure the food is healthy and full of protein.
Rs 296.64 crore released to 80,375 schools in West Bengal.
Funds used for school maintenance, operational costs, and minor infrastructure improvements.
Each school receives approximately Rs 36,902.02.
Previous government allegedly stopped disbursal of composite funds, affecting schools.
Pilot project: ISKCON to provide midday meals in Kolkata, supplemented by eggs from SHGs.
- Who
- West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari
- What
- Release of Rs 296.64 crore to over 80,000 schools
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- West Bengal, India
- Why
- For school maintenance, operational costs, and minor infrastructure improvements
Current Government's Perspective
Previous Government's Alleged Neglect
Fund Disbursement
Current Government's Perspective
The current government has released Rs 296.64 crore to over 80,000 schools for development, maintenance, and operational costs.
Previous Government's Alleged Neglect
The previous government allegedly stopped the disbursal of composite funds, adversely affecting schools across Bengal.
Impact on Schools
Current Government's Perspective
The funds are essential for schools, especially in areas like Sunderbans, Purulia, and Bankura, where schools struggle to buy basic supplies like chalks and dusters.
Previous Government's Alleged Neglect
The previous government's alleged neglect led to schools not having money for essential items.
- Total Funds Released
- Rs 296.64 crore
- Number of Schools
- 80,375
- Amount per School
- Rs 36,902.02
- Funding Source
- 60% Central Government, 40% State Government
- Pilot Project
- ISKCON to provide midday meals in Kolkata, supplemented by eggs from SHGs