# Suvendu Adhikari asks Annapurna beneficiaries to forgo Rs 3,000 aid

2026-08-18T14:07:20+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk

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West Bengal opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari on Monday urged beneficiaries of the state's Annapurna Yojana to voluntarily give up the Rs 3,000 monthly aid. The Bharatiya Janata Party leader said those who can afford to forgo the benefit should do so, claiming the money would then reach more needy families. Adhikari's call comes amid an ongoing political tussle over the welfare scheme launched by the Mamata Banerjee government. The TMC has not yet responded to his appeal. The Annapurna Yojana provides financial assistance to women from poor households. The scheme covers an estimated 1 crore beneficiaries in West Bengal. Adhikari's request has drawn attention as state polls approach, with both parties using welfare promises to court voters.

## Indian Opinion Analysis

Livemint's report on Suvendu Adhikari's appeal to Annapurna Yojana beneficiaries is presented as a straight news item without editorial comment, neutral-report on the surface. The framing, however, subtly privileges the politician's message by leading with his

## Coverage

Coverage: 1 source, 1 neutral
- livemint.com (neutral report) <https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/annapurna-yojona-voluntarily-forgo-benefits-if-suvendu-adhikari-s-unusual-request-to-3-000-scheme-beneficiaries-11787048382083.html>
  Leads with Adhikari's unusual request, neutrally reports his statement without challenge or context, no government or opposition perspective added

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