On September 29, 2024, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the central government for its handling of the flood situation in North Bengal. She blamed the release of excessive water from the Koshi River in Nepal for flooding in several districts, including Malda and Murshidabad. Banerjee pointed out that the Farakka barrage had not ...
On Tuesday, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is expected to kick off this year’s Durga Puja celebrations at Sreebhumi in Lake Town. State Fire Minister Sujit Bose is one of the main organizers of the event. While Banerjee will visit the venue to start the festivities, the official inauguration of the puja will take place the ...
Kolkata is gearing up to become the hub of India’s semiconductor industry with the launch of GlobalFoundries’ (GF) project, as announced by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. She highlighted ongoing efforts by the West Bengal government to attract investment in emerging technologies, which led to this significant American investment. The project has identified land for development, ...
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has ordered the immediate resumption of the Joydev-Kenduli to Kolkata bus service, which was recently withdrawn after just 15 days. This bus service was initiated following requests from local residents who needed better access to healthcare in Burdwan and Kolkata. Many pilgrims also travel to Joydev-Kenduli, especially during the annual December ...
On September 23, 2024, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee urged the central government to allocate a portion of election campaign funds for flood relief in West Bengal. After assessing the severe flood damage in East Burdwan, she emphasized the need to include destroyed mud houses in the upcoming housing construction plans. Banerjee also called for surveys ...
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has agreed to some demands from protesting junior doctors after a meeting, leading to the removal of key health officials and the Kolkata police chief. The protests, which began after the tragic rape and murder of a young doctor, have lasted 38 days, creating significant public support for the ...
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has agreed to several demands from striking junior doctors, including removing key officials, following the tragic rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College. While the government has pledged ₹100 crore for hospital infrastructure and formed a task force for safety, the doctors have not yet ...
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made an unexpected visit to junior doctors protesting outside Swasthya Bhawan in Salt Lake on September 15, 2024. She promised to address their demands and take action against those found guilty in a related rape-murder case. However, a planned meeting later fell through after the doctors, who wanted the ...
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has disbanded the Rugi Kalyan Samitis, the patient welfare associations in state-run hospitals, following protests by junior doctors. These Samitis, which were originally established for approving healthcare decisions, featured representatives from various governmental bodies. During a surprise visit to the protesting doctors, Mamata, who also oversees health, urged them ...
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made an unexpected visit to junior doctors protesting outside the Swasthya Bhawan in Salt Lake, showing her support during their difficult time. She personally addressed their concerns, promising to investigate their demands and ensure action against any wrongdoing. Banerjee highlighted her worries for the medical staff actively protesting in ...
