West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has launched a new outreach programme, “Amader Para, Amader Samadhan” (Our Neighborhood, Our Solution), to solve local issues quickly across the state. Announced on July 22, 2025, this new Amader Para, Amader Samadhan scheme is set to start on August 2, 2025, and is the first of its kind in India, aiming to reach every locality through 80,000 booths. A total fund of ₹8,000 crore has been allotted, with ₹10 lakh per booth, to directly address small but critical problems in every neighborhood of Bengal.
What is Amader Para, Amader Samadhan Scheme?
Amader Para, Amader Samadhan Scheme is a government programme by the West Bengal government to solve small but important problems at the locality level. These include issues like:
- Broken or non-working water pumps
- Damaged or muddy rural roads
- Faulty or broken electricity poles
- Collapsed school roofs
- Any minor, urgent infrastructure needs of the neighborhood
This scheme aims to reach the grassroots directly, ensuring the administration proactively listens and acts on citizens’ problems without people needing to run from office to office.
Highlights of Amader Para, Amader Samadhan Scheme
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Amader Para, Amader Samadhan (Our Neighborhood, Our Solution) |
| Launch Date | 2 August 2025 |
| Total Fund | ₹8,000 crore |
| Per Booth Allocation | ₹10 lakh per booth |
| Coverage | Around 80,000 booths across West Bengal |
| Duration | 2 months (with a 15-day Durga Puja break) |
| Target Issues | Water pumps, rural roads, electricity poles, school roofs, local infrastructure |
| Transparency | Online portal and public submission at camps |
Web Portal Launched: apas.wb.gov.in – Amader Para, Amader Samadhan Portal
Main Features of the Scheme
- Direct Funding to Booths: ₹10 lakh allotted to each of the 80,000 booths for quick solutions.
- Time-Bound Implementation: The programme will run for 2 months, starting from August 2, 2025.
- Transparent Process: All work is monitored via an online portal; people can also visit camps to register problems in person.
- Task Force Monitoring: A high-level Task Force headed by the Chief Secretary at the state level, with similar units at the district level, ensures smooth execution.
- On-Spot Decisions: Camps will be set up, where officials will take immediate action on complaints and demands.
- Inclusive Outreach: Each camp will serve three booths per day, with officials present on the ground to interact with local residents.
- Break for Festivals: A 15-day pause during Durga Puja, but all booths will be covered within two months.
- Integration with Existing Schemes: Schemes like Duare Sarkar and Laxmi Bhandar will continue alongside, especially for pending applications.
Also Read: Amader Para, Amader Samadhan Camps & Booth List with Location – Village Wise Online Check
How Will the Scheme Work?
- The scheme covers nearly 80,000 booths all over West Bengal.
- For every three booths, a local camp will be held, where people can report their issues directly to government officers.
- One camp per unit per day: This helps cover all areas within two months.
- Funds of ₹10 lakh will be spent per booth for fixing local problems, as identified by the residents.
- All problems and solutions will be recorded online for transparency and tracking.
Benefits of Amader Para, Amader Samadhan
- Quick Fixes: Immediate repair of water pumps, rural roads, electricity poles, school buildings, and other local needs.
- People-Centric: The scheme brings the administration to the people, not the other way around.
- Transparency: All spending and decision-making are open and trackable via an online system.
- Participatory Governance: Citizens have direct say in identifying and prioritizing local issues.
- Boosts Local Development: Minor issues are resolved quickly, improving daily life in every neighborhood.
Who Can Benefit?
- All residents of West Bengal, especially those living in rural and semi-urban areas.
- Anyone facing a minor infrastructure or civic problem in their neighborhood.
- Schools, local clubs, and communities needing quick government support for small but important repairs.
How to Submit Your Problem?
- Visit your nearest camp as scheduled (details to be announced locally).
- Submit your complaint or requirement in person to the government officials present.
- You can also submit problems through the dedicated online portal, if you prefer digital access.
- Track the status of your complaint online or at the next local camp.
Who is Overseeing the Scheme?
- A Task Force at the state level led by the Chief Secretary of West Bengal, Manoj Pant.
- District-level Task Forces headed by local officers and district collectors.
- All relevant department officers (public works, rural development, power, education, etc.) are involved for faster solutions.
Controversy and Criticism Around Amader Para, Amader Samadhan Scheme
While the West Bengal government has promoted the Amader Para, Amader Samadhan scheme as a people-centric and transparent step for local development, the announcement has also sparked strong criticism and controversy across political and social circles.
Opposition Claims of Pre-Poll Freebies and Bribery
- Several opposition leaders and critics have called the scheme nothing more than “pre-poll bribery,” launched just ahead of the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bengal.
- They allege that the ₹8,000 crore allocation is designed to influence voters before the 2026 assembly elections, pointing out that ₹10 lakh is being given for each of 80,000 polling booths, even though booths are not administrative units for governance or development.
- According to critics, this is “institutionalized bribery,” where public funds are being used as official ‘freebies’ to win electoral support, instead of focusing on long-term development.
- There are also concerns about transparency, possible misuse of funds, and whether the money will actually reach the genuine beneficiaries in each locality.
The launch of the scheme triggered an intense debate on social media. Here’s a glimpse of what’s being said:
“Mamata Banerjee’s ₹8,000 crore ‘Amader Para, Amader Samadhan’ scheme seems more like pre-poll bribery than real development.
If everything’s clean, why fear the ECI’s revision? Ghost voters don’t panic without reason! 👻”
“What is Mamata Banerjee so scared of? Just ahead of the Election Commission’s Special Revision, she rolls out a massive scheme. ₹10 lakh for each booth – booths are not even administrative units!”
“This is nothing but institutional bribery. Earlier, cash was handed out secretly; now it’s being done officially using taxpayer money!”
- Critics have also questioned the timing of the scheme, linking it to the upcoming revision of electoral rolls by the Election Commission, raising concerns about “ghost voters” and possible attempts to influence the outcome of the 2026 assembly elections.
- Some have pointed out that, while large sums are being promised for development, ordinary people are still being asked to “eat whatever is at home and survive.”
Government Response
- The government maintains that the scheme is transparent, participatory, and entirely aimed at grassroots development, not politics.
- Officials have stated that all spending will be tracked via an online portal and that the scheme is open to public scrutiny.
As the scheme rolls out, it remains to be seen how effectively the funds will be used and whether the “Amader Para, Amader Samadhan” programme will fulfill its promise of real development, or become another flashpoint in Bengal’s political battleground.
FAQs
What is the main aim of the Amader Para, Amader Samadhan Scheme?
This scheme aims to solve small but urgent local issues like broken water pumps, damaged roads, and school repairs, directly at the booth level.
How much money is allotted for each booth?
Each booth will get ₹10 lakh for solving neighbourhood problems.
Who can submit their problems?
Any resident can submit their problem either by visiting the local camp or using the online portal.
When will the scheme be launched?
The scheme will officially begin on August 2, 2025, and is expected to finish in two months.
Will other schemes like Duare Sarkar continue?
Yes, existing schemes such as Duare Sarkar and Laxmi Bhandar will continue, especially for pending cases.
How is transparency ensured?
All decisions, work orders, and spending will be recorded in a dedicated online portal, accessible for tracking by citizens.