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West Bengal Governor RN Ravi vows to build a ‘Golden Bengal’
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 05:01 AM
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Governor RN Ravi said West Bengal is committed to achieving a ‘Golden Bengal’ vision, emphasizing development and prosperity.
Governor RN Ravi, the constitutional head of West Bengal, reiterated the state's ambition to become a "Golden Bengal" during a recent press interaction. He described the phrase as a roadmap for inclusive growth, higher living standards and a stronger economic footprint for the state.
Ravi pointed to key sectors such as industry, agriculture, tourism and infrastructure where the state is rolling out new policies and incentives. He noted that recent investments and project launches are already laying the groundwork for the envisioned transformation.
The governor praised the state government's proactive approach and called for continued cooperation among businesses, civil society and the bureaucracy to turn the vision into reality. He added that the "Golden Bengal" goal aligns with the broader national development agenda and is expected to generate substantial employment opportunities.
The statement comes at a time when West Bengal is actively courting domestic and foreign investors, seeking to position itself as a hub for manufacturing, logistics and renewable energy projects.
Ravi pointed to key sectors such as industry, agriculture, tourism and infrastructure where the state is rolling out new policies and incentives. He noted that recent investments and project launches are already laying the groundwork for the envisioned transformation.
The governor praised the state government's proactive approach and called for continued cooperation among businesses, civil society and the bureaucracy to turn the vision into reality. He added that the "Golden Bengal" goal aligns with the broader national development agenda and is expected to generate substantial employment opportunities.
The statement comes at a time when West Bengal is actively courting domestic and foreign investors, seeking to position itself as a hub for manufacturing, logistics and renewable energy projects.