India, June 21 -- Modi releases 23rd installment of PM-Kisan scheme of Rs 18,880 crore

In his first public address after the formation of a BJP Government in West Bengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the double-engine Government in the State has started working at "superfast speed" to take West Bengal toward recovery and development, while unveiling various projects in the State.

Participating in the 'Paschimbanga Divas' or West Bengal Day celebrations at Tarakeswar in Hooghly district, he also released the 23rd installment of PM-Kisan scheme worth Rs 18,880 crore, benefiting over 9.44 crore farmers across the country. The PM participated in a grand function to celebrate the State Day, along with Governor RN Ravi, Chief...