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West Bengal Finance Minister Urges State to Integrate with National Economy
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 25 Jul 2026, 06:18 AM
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Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta of West Bengal has called for tighter integration of the state’s economy with the national market, stressing the need for policy alignment and increased investment flows.
Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta of West Bengal has urged the state to strengthen its economic ties with the rest of India. Speaking at a press briefing, he highlighted the importance of aligning West Bengal’s fiscal policies with national priorities to attract more investment.
Dasgupta stressed that closer integration would help the state benefit from broader market opportunities and improve infrastructure development. He noted that a more connected economy could provide better access to capital and technology for local businesses.
The call comes as West Bengal seeks to boost growth after the economic slowdown caused by the pandemic. By aligning its policies with national initiatives, the state aims to create a more conducive environment for both domestic and foreign investors.
The finance minister’s remarks underline the government’s focus on ensuring that West Bengal’s economic trajectory is in sync with the country’s overall development plans.
Dasgupta stressed that closer integration would help the state benefit from broader market opportunities and improve infrastructure development. He noted that a more connected economy could provide better access to capital and technology for local businesses.
The call comes as West Bengal seeks to boost growth after the economic slowdown caused by the pandemic. By aligning its policies with national initiatives, the state aims to create a more conducive environment for both domestic and foreign investors.
The finance minister’s remarks underline the government’s focus on ensuring that West Bengal’s economic trajectory is in sync with the country’s overall development plans.