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West Bengal Launches ₹5,296-Crore Projects

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari launches new projects, urges local employment.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
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Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 18 August 2026 at 12:12 am
West Bengal Launches ₹5,296-Crore Projects

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday inaugurated the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)-backed West Bengal Piped Water Supply Project in Purulia’s Manbazar block. The project is expected to benefit over eight lakh people.

The Chief Minister also laid the foundation stone for a new Rs. 4,000-crore integrated greenfield steel plant by Amit Metaliks at Durmut in Raghunathpur in Purulia. Adhikari urged the local administrations to give priority to local people and employ them in the plants.

The new water supply project is part of the ₹1,296.25 crore project, with JICA contributing ₹889.06 crore. Adhikari thanked the Japan government and JICA for their initiative and announced that the state government will bring more industries to Bengal.

The Chief Minister highlighted the achievements of the new Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in West Bengal, including the inauguration of the Amul plant. He promised to work for the state and ensure that the people of Bengal do not regret giving the BJP a chance.

Adhikari also announced that an investment of ₹6,000 crore will be inaugurated in Haldia on October 14th, before Durga Puja. The Central and State governments are working together to restructure the state's development, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The total investment launched by the Chief Minister is ₹5,296 crore, which is expected to drive rapid industrial growth and provide employment opportunities to the youth of West Bengal. The state government's efforts to bring more industries to Bengal are aimed at preventing the youth from leaving the state in search of employment.

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has been a key partner in the development of West Bengal, and their contribution to the water supply project is a significant step towards improving the lives of the people in the state. The state government's land reforms programmes are also expected to help industries acquire land easily, without having to purchase it from individual owners.

The inauguration of the new projects is a significant milestone in the development of West Bengal, and the state government's efforts to promote industrial growth and employment are expected to have a positive impact on the economy. The people of West Bengal are hoping that the new projects will bring about a significant change in their lives and provide them with better opportunities for employment and economic growth.

The state government's commitment to working with the Central government and international agencies like JICA is a positive step towards achieving rapid industrial growth and development in West Bengal. The people of the state are looking forward to seeing the impact of these new projects and the benefits they will bring to the state's economy and its people.

In conclusion, the launch of the new projects in West Bengal is a significant step towards promoting industrial growth and employment in the state. The state government's efforts to bring more industries to Bengal and provide employment opportunities to the youth are expected to have a positive impact on the economy and improve the lives of the people in the state.

Frequently asked questions

What is the total investment launched by the West Bengal Chief Minister?

The total investment launched by the Chief Minister is ₹5,296 crore.

What is the expected benefit of the JICA-backed water supply project?

The project is expected to benefit over 8 lakh people.

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