West Bengal Pioneers Women's Economic Empowerment and Green Transport

West Bengal minister Shashi Panja highlights the government's commitment to women's economic empowerment and sustainability. The state leads in women-led MSMEs and introduces electric ferries and buses, promoting green transport. Education and industry-friendly policies are also prioritized for sustainable growth.

Senior West Bengal minister Shashi Panja underscored the state government's focus on inclusive economic empowerment for women and sustainable growth at a recent CII West Bengal annual meeting.

Panja revealed that West Bengal has taken the lead nationally in women-led MSMEs, while emphasizing the government's commitment to industry-friendly policies to attract investors.

Transport Secretary Saumitra Mohansaid announced West Bengal's pioneering introduction of electric ferries and the development of battery-swapping infrastructure, highlighting a significant Rs 200 crore investment in green transportation.

(With inputs from agencies.)