<h1>West Bengal Budget 2025-26: Focus on Social Welfare, Infrastructure; DA Hike and Major Housing Project Announced</h1> West Bengal's Finance Minister presented a Rs 3.89-lakh crore budget for 2025-26, focusing on social welfare and infrastructure. A four percent increase in dearness allowance (DA) for state employees was announced, raising it to 18 percent to alleviate inflation pressures. The budget includes Rs 1,500 crore for rural road improvements, Rs 200 crore for river erosion control, and Rs 500 crore for a bridge over the Ganga at Gangasagar. The 'Banglar Bari' project aims to construct 16 lakh houses with a Rs 9,600 crore allocation, enhancing housing for the underprivileged.