West Bengal joins PM Modi birthday observance with welfare initiatives

The West Bengal government participated in nationwide celebrations of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday, with the state BJP office in Kolkata unveiling a life-size statue of the PM as part of the observance.

Beyond the ceremonial aspects, the state government leveraged the occasion to advance social welfare initiatives. Officials designated the day as 'Annapurna Divas', aligning the birthday celebrations with the state's food security and nutrition programmes.

In a significant policy move, West Bengal formally joined the PM Vishwakarma Scheme for the first time. The scheme, a Union government initiative aimed at supporting artisans and skilled workers, will now be implemented across the state, expanding its reach in the region.

The concurrent launch of welfare schemes alongside birthday commemorations reflects efforts to link ceremonial events with substantive governance initiatives. Officials indicated that the PM Vishwakarma Scheme's expansion into West Bengal is expected to benefit skilled craftspeople and self-employed workers across multiple sectors.