Q. Which state government launched the Annapurna Bhandaar Scheme in May 2026?
Answer: West Bengal
Notes: West Bengal government launched the Annapurna Bhandaar Scheme. Under the scheme, eligible women may receive ₹3,000 per month directly into their bank accounts. The scheme is intended to replace the earlier Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme introduced by the All India Trinamool Congress government. It aims to provide financial assistance to women from low and middle-income households. The implementation of the scheme has been proposed from 1 June by the new state government.
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