Archive · 2 Aug 2025
West Bengal Govt. Faces Backlash Over Puja Grant Increase
The West Bengal government is giving more money to Durga Puja committees this year.
The government says 45,000 committees will get money, but another group says it's 43,000.
Each committee will receive Rs 1.10 lakh, more than last year.
This increase is causing debate.
The opposition doesn't like the spending and is asking committees to say no to the money.
West Bengal government increases Durga Puja grants to community committees.
Confusion arises over the exact number of eligible committees.
Chief Minister states 45,000 committees, while Forum for Durgotsav cites 43,000.
The enhanced grant is Rs 1.10 lakh per committee, up from Rs 85,000.
Opposition criticizes the increase, urging committees to decline the funds.
- Who
- West Bengal government, Durga Puja committees, opposition parties.
- What
- Increased grants for Durga Puja committees.
- When
- Announced recently, regarding grants for the upcoming Durga Puja.
- Where
- West Bengal, India.
- Why
- To support Durga Puja celebrations; sparking debate over government spending.
Government's View
Opposition's View
Allocation of Funds
Government's View
Announced grant increase.
Opposition's View
Accused of misprioritizing funds.
- Grant Amount
- Rs 1.10 lakh per committee
- Previous Grant
- Rs 85,000 per committee
- Govt. Committee Count
- 45,000
- Forum Committee Count
- 43,000
- Electricity Concessions
- 80% provided to committees
Sources
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