West Bengal Budget 2023: Five Key Takeaways

Feb 15, 2023

Rs 3.39-Lakh Cr Budget

Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government today presented a Rs 3.39-lakh crore budget for 2023-24.

Fund for Entrepreneurs

A Rs 350-crore fund to extend credit of up to Rs 5 lakh each to 2 lakh young entrepreneurs.

Agri Tax Wave Off

Agricultural income tax on tea gardens for 2023-24 and 2024-25 to be waived.

Bengal DA Hike

An additional dearness allowance of 3 per cent for state government employees and pensioners.

Matsyajeebi Bandhu

New 'Matsyajeebi Bandhu' scheme to support fishermen family in case of untimely death of a member.

Stamp Duty Rebate

Two percent exemption on stamp duty and a 10 percent reduction in circle rates until September 30, 2023.

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