West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari announced fresh initiatives from the state government for the welfare of the people, including affordable fish-rice meals, Annapurna Yojana, and rules for liquor shops.CM Suvendu Adhikari said that from May 27, his government will begin issuing forms for the Annapurna Yojana, under which women will receive ₹3,000 per month. (ANI)Adhikari said that from May 27, his government will begin issuing forms for the Annapurna Yojana, under which women will receive ₹3,000 per month.He further said that liquor shops will not be allowed within a one-kilometre radius of schools, colleges and places of worship.The CM also said his government will introduce fish and rice meals for ₹5 at around 400 dedicated canteens twice a week, news agency PTI reported."Annapurna Yojana forms will be issued from the state secretariat from tomorrow. All Indians are eligible to receive benefits under the scheme," Adhikari told reporters after an administration meeting at Kalyani, Nadia.He further stated that the West Bengal government would also set up an AYUSH department, delinking it from the state health department.
Fish-rice meals at ₹5, curbs on liquor shops: Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari announces new initiatives
CM Suvendu Adhikari stated that the West Bengal government would also set up an AYUSH department, delinking it from the state health department. | India News










