Rajganj, July 23: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced a financial grant of Rs 85,000 for Durga Puja committees this year, which is making the puja organizers quite happy. The announcement was made during a meeting with Durga Puja committees at Netaji Indoor Stadium in Kolkata on Tuesday.
A virtual meeting was held simultaneously at Kanyashree Bhawan of Rajganj BDO office, connecting the puja committees of Rajganj block and other areas across the state.
CM Banerjee’s government has continuously provided financial assistance to various puja committees over the years. Initially, the grant started at Rs 25,000 per committee and was improved to Rs 50,000 during the COVID-19 pandemic. After this this amount was increased to Rs 60,000, then last year to Rs 70,000 and now to Rs 85,000.
Additionally, 75% electricity discount has been announced for Durga Puja celebrations this year.
Officials present at the virtual meeting at Rajganj BDO office included IC Anupam Majumdar of Rajganj police station, OC Mrinmoy Ghosh of Bhorer Alo police station, OC Hirukanti Sarkar of Ambari outpost, OC KT Lepcha of Belakoba police station and other officers.
CM Mamata Banerjee announced a financial grant of Rs 85,000 for Durga Puja committees
