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Suvendu Adhikari unveils Rs 1,200-crore Sundarbans push, alleges past neglect
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What Happened?
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a Rs 1,200 crore budget for the Sundarbans, accusing the previous government of neglect. The plan includes 553 projects to improve infrastructure and support local communities.
Key points
- Adhikari accused the previous Trinamool Congress government of neglecting the Sundarbans.
- A special budget allocation of Rs 1,200 crore is aimed at benefiting 1.24 lakh people.
- 553 projects are planned in the first phase, with 2,649 more in the second phase.
- The projects include roads, drainage systems, culverts, and electric-powered boats.
- Rs 100 crore is allocated for electric boats to reduce tourism's carbon footprint.
- Adhikari promised to inaugurate a bridge over the Muriganga river in 2029.
Key insights
- The allocation may enhance connectivity and support local economies in the Sundarbans.
- Improved infrastructure could lead to increased tourism in the region.
- The focus on sustainable practices, like electric boats, may set a precedent for future projects.
Why it matters
This budget allocation could significantly improve infrastructure and livelihoods in the Sundarbans.
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Suvendu Adhikari· PersonSundarbans· LocationWest Bengal· StateTrinamool Congress· Organization
Source
India Today
