The West Bengal government has presented an interim budget of ₹4.06 lakh crore for the financial year 2026–27. Keeping in mind every section of the society, many important announcements have been made in this budget for women, youth and workers in the unorganized sector. The government says that this budget has been prepared with the aim of strengthening the economic security of the common people.

The biggest attraction of this budget Expansion of Laxmi Bhandar Scheme Due to which lakhs of women of the state are going to get direct economic benefits.

Increase in the amount of Lakshmi Bhandar Scheme

The government has announced that Increase in monthly amount of Lakshmi Bhandar Yojana by ₹ 500 from February 2026 Will be done.

• SC and ST category Now every month the women ₹1,700 You will get it, which was earlier ₹ 1,200.


• Women from other eligible categories ₹1,500 per month Will be given, which was earlier ₹ 1,000.

The objective of this decision is to make women more financially capable in the era of rising inflation.

Who will get the benefit of the scheme

The government has set some essential eligibility conditions for Lakshmi Bhandar Yojana:

• woman’s permanent resident of west bengal it is necessary to have


• age 25 to 60 years should be between


• of family Swasthya Sathi Yojana It is mandatory to be registered in


• any member of the family government job shouldn’t be in


• families who Government pension or regular salary gets, they will not be eligible for this scheme

The purpose of these conditions is to provide assistance to needy women.

Social Security for Gig Workers

In this budget, the government has also given big relief to gig workers. Workers engaged in app-based services or temporary work will now be included in the state’s social security schemes.

By availing the benefits of schemes like Swasthya Sathi, these workers will be able to get better treatment and financial security. This step is considered important for millions of people working on digital platforms.

Other important points of the budget

Apart from Lakshmi Bhandar, the budget includes many decisions to employment for youth, skill development and government employees. The government aims to ensure that the benefits of development reach every citizen of the state.

According to the Finance Department, these schemes will also strengthen the economy of the state in future.

Steps towards economic empowerment of women

The increased amount of Lakshmi Bhandar Yojana will provide relief to women in both rural and urban areas. This money will help in kitchen expenses, children’s needs and personal expenses.

The government believes that when women have economic resources, the overall development of the society will accelerate. The increased amount will be sent directly to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries from February 2026.which will maintain transparency.