Key Facts
The first session of the 18th West Bengal Legislative Assembly began on June 18, 2026, with Governor R.N. Ravi delivering his inaugural address.
The Governor's 20-page address highlighted key initiatives of the new government, including strengthening border infrastructure and erecting barbed-wire fencing along the international border.
Details
West Bengal Governor R.N. Ravi commended the State government's decision to strengthen border infrastructure and erect barbed-wire fencing along the international border, stating that this move would assist in securing the international borders adjoining Bengal.
The Governor also emphasized the need to ensure the safety and security of everyone in the state, and to enable every common man to live his daily life with dignity and freedom.
Impact
The first Budget of the BJP government will be presented on June 22, following a six-hour discussion on the Governor's address and a ten-hour discussion on the budget.
Trinamool Congress rebel camp leader Ritabrata Banerjee welcomed the discussion and time allotted to him for the discussion, stating that the working days of the Assembly must be increased.
What Readers Should Know
The first session of the 18th West Bengal Legislative Assembly marks a significant milestone in the state's governance, with the Governor outlining key initiatives of the new government.
The session highlights the importance of ensuring the safety and security of everyone in the state, and the need to enable every common man to live his daily life with dignity and freedom.
Source: www.thehindu.com