West Bengal BJP Government Schemes 2026 — Annapurna Bhandar ₹3,000 & Complete List
Complete guide to West Bengal BJP Suvendu Adhikari government schemes 2026. Annapurna Bhandar ₹3,000/month, Yuva Shakti ₹3,000/month, Ayushman Bharat ₹5 lakh, pension doubled ₹2,000 — eligibility, documents and how to apply.
West Bengal BJP Government Schemes 2026 — Complete Guide
The BJP government led by CM Suvendu Adhikari won the 2026 West Bengal Legislative Assembly election with a historic 206–207 seats (majority mark: 148) out of 294, defeating TMC which fell to 80 seats. Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as West Bengal's first-ever BJP Chief Minister on 9 May 2026 at Brigade Parade Ground, Kolkata.
This guide covers every major WB scheme — new flagship programmes, continued schemes, and Day 1 decisions.
CM Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in on 9 May 2026. First cabinet meeting decisions were announced on 11 May 2026. The Annapurna Bhandar women scheme launches 1 June 2026.
What the BJP Government Did on Day 1 (11 May 2026)
Six cabinet decisions announced at the very first cabinet meeting:
- Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY — Signed with Union Health Ministry, ending years of deadlock. ₹5 lakh/family/year health insurance now active.
- Central Schemes Unlocked — PM Ujjwala Yojana 3.0, PM Vishwakarma, PM SHRI schools, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, PM Krishak Bima Yojana — all formally launched in WB for the first time.
- 5-Year Age Relaxation — Upper age limit for ALL government recruitment exams relaxed by 5 years (since no recruitment happened 2015–2026 under TMC).
- BSF Land Transfer — ~600 acres to BSF within 45 days for India-Bangladesh border fencing.
- Census Operations — Launched immediately (had been delayed 11 months by previous government).
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) — New criminal code fully implemented across West Bengal.
SECTOR 1 — Women's Welfare
1. Annapurna Bhandar — ₹3,000/Month (Flagship)
The BJP government's new women income support scheme — replacing the TMC's Lakshmir Bhandar (₹1,500/₹1,700/month as of May 2026) with a higher uniform ₹3,000/month for all categories.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Monthly Benefit | ₹3,000 via DBT |
| Previous Scheme | Lakshmir Bhandar (TMC) — ₹1,500 (Gen) / ₹1,700 (SC/ST) at time of BJP takeover* |
| Launch Date | 1 June 2026 |
| Official Notification | Notification No. 2411-WCD/O/AB-4/2026, issued 19 May 2026 |
| Eligibility | Women 25–60 years, permanent WB resident, non-taxpayer, non-govt employee |
| Application Portal | edistrict.wb.gov.in |
📖 Detailed guide: WB Annapurna Bhandar Scheme ₹3,000/Month 2026
2. Free Bus Travel for Women (Continuing)
All women travel free on state government buses — announced effective 1 June 2026 alongside Annapurna Bhandar.
3. Kanyashree Prakalpa (Continuing)
West Bengal's UN-award-winning girls scholarship scheme continues under the BJP government.
| Category | Benefit |
|---|---|
| K1 — Annual scholarship | ₹750/year for enrolled girls aged 13–18 |
| K2 — Lump sum at 18 | ₹25,000 one-time if unmarried and pursuing education |
- No income bar — all girl students in government/aided schools eligible
- Apply through your school or at edistrict.wb.gov.in
4. Rupashree Prakalpa (Continuing)
One-time marriage assistance for economically weaker families:
- ₹25,000 transferred to bride's account within 10 days of approval
- Bride must be 18+; family income below ₹1.5 lakh/year
- Apply at BDO office or e-District portal
SECTOR 2 — Youth & Employment
5. Yuva Shakti Bharosa Card — ₹3,000/Month
The BJP's new youth unemployment allowance scheme for job-seeking youth:
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Monthly Amount | ₹3,000 via DBT |
| Eligibility | Unemployed youth 18+, WB resident, Employment Exchange registered |
| Duration | Until employment (with periodic renewal/review) |
| Portal | Announced — portal not yet live as of May 2026 |
6. 5-Year Age Relaxation for Government Jobs (Already Implemented)
Implemented on Day 1 (11 May 2026): upper age limit for all West Bengal government recruitment examinations relaxed by 5 years — from 36 to 41 for most categories (SC/ST relaxation stacked separately).
7. Fill All Vacant Government Posts by December 2026
The BJP government has committed to filling all unfilled government vacancies (teaching, health, police, administration) by December 2026. An exam calendar will be published shortly.
8. 7th Pay Commission for Government Employees
Implementation of 7th Pay Commission scales for West Bengal government employees — announced with a 45-day target (June 2026). Clears decades of pending DA arrears at central rates.
9. Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (Continuing)
| Level | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Class 11–12 | ₹1,000/month |
| UG Degree | ₹1,000–₹2,500/month |
| PG / Professional | ₹2,500–₹5,000/month |
- Family income below ₹2.5 lakh/year
- Apply at scholarships.wbsed.gov.in
10. Sabuj Sathi — Free Bicycle (Continuing)
Free bicycles for all Class 9–12 students in government/aided schools. Over 1 crore bicycles distributed. No application needed — distributed through school.
SECTOR 3 — Farmer Welfare
11. PM-Kisan + State Top-Up — ₹9,000/Year Total
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| PM-Kisan (Central) | ₹6,000/year |
| State top-up (BJP manifesto) | ₹3,000/year |
| Total | ₹9,000/year per farmer family |
- Small and marginal farmers with valid land records eligible
- PM-Kisan portal: pmkisan.gov.in
12. Paddy MSP — ₹2,100/Quintal
State-guaranteed Minimum Support Price for paddy: ₹2,100 per quintal.
13. PM Fasal Bima Yojana (Newly Launched in WB)
Crop insurance under PM Fasal Bima Yojana — newly activated in West Bengal (TMC had not implemented it). Farmers can now register for crop insurance through cooperative banks and CSCs.
14. Krishak Bandhu (Under Review / Transition)
The TMC-era Krishak Bandhu (₹10,000/year + ₹2 lakh death benefit) is under review. Benefits continue until new state farmer support scheme is notified. Check krish.wb.gov.in for status.
SECTOR 4 — Health
15. Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY — ₹5 Lakh/Family (Newly Launched)
West Bengal now has Ayushman Bharat — implemented on Day 1 cabinet:
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Coverage | ₹5 lakh/family/year |
| Beneficiaries | ~1.24 crore families (SECC-based) |
| Additional | 70+ years seniors get free cover regardless of income |
| Hospitals | Government + empanelled private hospitals |
Previously unavailable in WB under TMC (ended MoU in 2018).
16. Free Cancer Treatment for Women (Continuing / Enhanced)
Free cancer treatment and diagnosis for all women at government hospitals — enhanced with new diagnostic equipment in district hospitals.
17. AIIMS in North Bengal
A new AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) to be established in North Bengal — for the first time giving the region world-class medical infrastructure.
SECTOR 5 — Social Security
18. Pension Doubled — ₹2,000/Month
Pensions for elderly, widows, and persons with disabilities doubled from ₹1,000 to ₹2,000/month — effective 1 June 2026 (announced by Cabinet Minister Agnimitra Paul).
| Category | New Pension |
|---|---|
| Old-age pension | ₹2,000/month |
| Widow pension | ₹2,000/month |
| Disability pension | ₹2,000/month |
19. Uniform Civil Code (UCC) — Within 6 Months
UCC to be introduced in West Bengal within 6 months of government formation — covering minimum marriage age, property rights for daughters, prohibition of polygamy.
Summary — All BJP WB Schemes at a Glance
| Scheme | Benefit | Target Group |
|---|---|---|
| Annapurna Bhandar | ₹3,000/month | Women 25–60 |
| Yuva Shakti Bharosa Card | ₹3,000/month | Unemployed youth 18+ |
| Pension (old/widow/disabled) | ₹2,000/month | Senior citizens, widows, disabled |
| Ayushman Bharat | ₹5 lakh/year | ~1.24 crore WB families |
| Kanyashree K2 | ₹25,000 lump sum | Girls age 18 (unmarried, in education) |
| Kanyashree K1 | ₹750/year | Girls 13–18 in school |
| Rupashree | ₹25,000 | Brides (income < ₹1.5L/year) |
| PM-Kisan + State top-up | ₹9,000/year | Farmers |
| Paddy MSP | ₹2,100/quintal | Paddy farmers |
| Job Age Relaxation | 5 years | All govt job applicants |
| 7th Pay Commission | Pending | WB govt employees |
| Free Bus Travel | Free | All women |
| AIIMS North Bengal | New hospital | North Bengal |
How to Apply for WB Government Schemes 2026
Step 1 — Keep Documents Ready
- Aadhaar card (Aadhaar-linked bank account mandatory for DBT)
- Voter ID (EPIC card)
- Ration card (West Bengal)
- Income certificate (from BDO/SDO)
- Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
Step 2 — Apply Online at WB e-District
edistrict.wb.gov.in → Register with mobile + Aadhaar → Find scheme → Fill application → Upload documents → Submit
Step 3 — Duare Sarkar Camps (if continuing under BJP)
The BJP government may continue West Bengal's Duare Sarkar (government at doorstep) model — watch for camp announcements at your Gram Panchayat or BDO office.
WB Helpline: 1800-103-0136 (toll-free)
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Suvendu Adhikari sworn in as West Bengal CM?
Suvendu Adhikari (BJP) was sworn in as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister on 9 May 2026 at Brigade Parade Ground, Kolkata. PM Modi attended the ceremony.
What replaced Lakshmir Bhandar in West Bengal 2026?
The BJP government replaced TMC's Lakshmir Bhandar (₹1,500/₹1,700/month — raised by TMC from ₹1,000/₹1,200 in February 2026) with Annapurna Bhandar, which pays a uniform ₹3,000/month to all eligible women. Launch date: 1 June 2026. Existing Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries are automatically migrated — no reapplication needed.
Is Ayushman Bharat now available in West Bengal?
Yes — for the first time ever. The TMC government had rejected Ayushman Bharat since 2018. The BJP cabinet approved it on 11 May 2026 (Day 1). WB families with SECC eligibility can now enrol for ₹5 lakh/year health coverage.
How much is the West Bengal pension after 2026?
Old-age pension, widow pension, and disability pension have all been doubled to ₹2,000/month (from ₹1,000), effective 1 June 2026, by Cabinet Minister Agnimitra Paul.
What happened to Swasthya Sathi under the BJP government?
Swasthya Sathi (TMC's health scheme, ₹5 lakh/family) is being transitioned to Ayushman Bharat. Note: Ayushman Bharat covers ~1.24 crore families under SECC eligibility, while Swasthya Sathi covered ~2.4 crore families. Check your eligibility at pmjay.gov.in.
Where can I apply for Annapurna Bhandar?
Applications will open at edistrict.wb.gov.in from 1 June 2026. Assist offline at BDO offices and CSC centres. Helpline: 1800-103-0136.
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