Behrampore, July 10 -- West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said a proposal seeking Rs 3,600 crore for permanent measures to tackle Ganga erosion in Murshidabad and Malda has been submitted, with the Centre and the state expected to share the cost equally.

Speaking to the media on Friday, Adhikari also said Rs 2,500 crore has been proposed for a permanent solution in Murshidabad and highlighted the implementation of welfare schemes, including Annapurna Yojana, Ayushman Bharat and PM Anna Suraksha Yojana, while directing the local administration to facilitate the return of migrant workers.

"We have submitted a proposal for the allotment of Rs 3,600 crore for the Ganges erosion for Murshidabad and Malda; 50% of it will be provided ...