Bengal to air concern abt post-notes ban situation to Centre

The West Bengal government will write to the Centre detailing the post-demonetisation situation in the state.
State minister Partha Chatterjee said the decision was taken after a Cabinet meeting, wherein the problems faced by the common man, including farmers, labourers or people working in different sectors, due to demonetisation were discussed.
"The situation is bad in both rural and urban areas. The Chief secretary will write to the Centre informing them about our concerns," he said.
In another Cabinet decision, the financial assistance given to SC students under 'Sikshashree' scheme has been increased to Rs 750 for students of classes five to seven.

For administrative ease, the government has also added two new divisions in Midnapore and Malda.