Kolkata buzzes with political discourse as BJP leader Dilip Ghosh dropped a bombshell on Monday, spotlighting the unprecedented financial support flowing from the Central government to West Bengal. In an exclusive chat, Ghosh asserted that no previous administration has matched the generosity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership when it comes to funding the state.
He pointed to recent announcements, noting that just in the last two days, massive development funds have been allocated for Bengal’s growth. Comparing eras, Ghosh highlighted a staggering difference: funds under the Manmohan Singh government pale in comparison to the current disbursements, which run into several lakh crores. For the first time, such substantial amounts are reaching straight to grassroots development projects.
Shifting focus to social progress, Ghosh praised Bengal’s strides in women’s empowerment, education, and rural upliftment, positioning the state as a national model. He emphasized the palpable change felt by residents and advocated strongly for a ‘double engine’ government—aligning state and center for accelerated progress.
On security fronts, Ghosh didn’t hold back, accusing the state of harboring extremists and infiltrators who stir unrest elsewhere in India. He commended Home Minister Amit Shah’s efforts in nearly completing border fencing with Bangladesh, with the remaining work set to wrap up soon. The Centre’s vision, he stated, is holistic: robust development paired with ironclad security, ensuring Bengal’s people thrive in safety and contribute to national advancement.