WB minister alleges Central government withholding funds for Bengal 'Housing Scheme'

In a recent statement, Minister of State for Finance, Chandrima Bhattacharya, has accused the Central Government of intentionally withholding funds allocated for the Bengal Housing Scheme. The minister claimed that despite repeated requests and follow-ups, the release of funds has been deliberately delayed. Bhattacharya stated that the state government will exercise patience for one more month, after which it plans to disburse the funds directly to the deprived beneficiaries of the housing scheme.

 Minister Chandrima Bhattacharya, addressing concerns over the Bengal Housing Scheme, revealed that the Central Government's deliberate delay in releasing funds is hindering the state's efforts to provide housing to the needy. Expressing dissatisfaction with the prolonged waiting period, the minister announced the state government's decision to wait for an additional month. If the funds are not released by then, the state authorities have asserted their commitment to directly compensate the deprived individuals under the housing scheme. This situation raises questions about the financial cooperation between the central and state governments, highlighting potential implications for social welfare programs.