West Bengal Prepares Interim Budget Ahead of Assembly Polls with Welfare Focus

West Bengal is set to present its interim budget in early February, shortly after the Union Budget, marking a key pre-election event ahead of the Assembly polls. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's government is expected to outline proposed expenditures and welfare measures, potentially including enhancements to popular schemes like 'Lakshmir Bhandar'. Preparations for the budget session are underway, with political observers noting its role in signaling priorities to core voter groups. Full implementation depends on the incumbent's re-election.