Drishti IAS released West Bengal current affairs updates on November 11, 2026, aimed at helping candidates prepare for the WBCS exam by providing daily news, detailed syllabus details, and study materials.
Among the key developments, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the launch of the ‘Seema Mitra’ Award starting in 2027. The honor is designed to acknowledge the exceptional contributions of BSF, SSB, and West Bengal Police personnel in guarding the nation's borders.
In another major update, the West Bengal School Education Department issued an official notification on November 7, 2026, granting authorization to ISKCON to supply mid-day meals in all state government and government-aided schools. This initiative falls under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN) Scheme.
Additionally, the West Bengal Government, under Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, unveiled the West Bengal Investment Promotion Policy, 2026, on November 5, 2026.
Outside the state, the Gujarat government approved the Gujarat Urban Greening Policy, 2026, targeting a minimum 20% rise in green cover throughout the state over the coming decade.
