#WestBengalBudget#| In a significant announcement, WB government has proposed exempting personnel of the Border Security Force (BSF) from paying Professional Tax. The move has been presented as a gesture of gratitude towards BSF jawans for their dedicated service in safeguarding the country’s security and sovereignty round the clock. @BSF_India @BSF_SOUTHBENGAL

#WestBengalBudget#| Major Relief for Taxpayers in State Budget. WB government has proposed a restructuring of the Professional Tax schedule, increasing exemption limits for various categories of taxpayers. Under the proposal: The monthly salary threshold for salaried employees exempt from Professional Tax will be raised from ₹10,000 to ₹20,000. For self-employed professionals, trades and callings, the annual gross income threshold will be increased from ₹60,000 to ₹2.5 lakh. For traders and businesses, the annual gross receipts/turnover exemption limit will be enhanced from ₹5 lakh to ₹10 lakh.

#WestBengalBudget#| The Calcutta Stock Exchange, an 118-year old institution is on the verge of closure due to several legal nd hurdles. WB Government proposes to support the revival ofthe Calcutta Stock Exchange so as to reclaim Kolkata's d place as a financial capital. The revival of the Calcutta Stock Exchange would have multifarious advantages, including easier access to capital for Eastern India, lower costs of listing and trading and create new jobs.

#WestBengalBudget#| WB government has earmarked ₹3,100 crore for the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Health Scheme, aiming to strengthen healthcare coverage and benefits for eligible beneficiaries.

#WestBengalBudget#| WB government has announced the Bharosa Scheme for unemployed youth aged 21 to 45 years. Under the scheme, graduates who are yet to secure a job will receive ₹3,000 per month, while non-graduates will get ₹2,000 per month as financial assistance. #2026#