BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi criticized West Bengal’s interim budget, accusing the state of favoring minority appeasement over balanced development. The state government allocated Rs 4.06 lakh crore in the budget, with a significant portion directed towards minorities and madrasas. Trivedi highlighted a stark contrast in fund allocation, emphasizing a higher budget for Minority Affairs and Madrasas compared to Industry and Commerce.
Trivedi, during a press conference, condemned what he termed as the Trinamool Congress government’s skewed priorities and appeasement politics. He pointed out the allocation of Rs 5,713 crore for minorities and madrasas, contrasting it with the Rs 1,400 crore earmarked for Industry and Commerce. The MP criticized the government for allegedly neglecting crucial sectors in favor of minority appeasement.
Trivedi raised concerns over the state’s developmental focus, citing disparities in budget allocations for different sectors. He questioned the rationale behind allocating over Rs 5,700 crore for minorities and madrasas while comparatively less was allocated for sectors like Information Technology and Science. The BJP MP accused the state government of prioritizing minority appeasement over overall development, expressing apprehension about West Bengal’s growth trajectory.
