Bengal FM Swapan Dasgupta hints at simplifying land ceiling law in state

Business To Business, Kolkata, 26^th June, 2026:   West Bengal Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta on Friday indicated that the state government is considering simplifying the land ceiling law in response to a long-standing demand from industry, as part of its efforts to improve the investment climate.
Addressing industrialists at a business conference organised by the Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Dasgupta said the government remains committed to creating a business- and trade-friendly environment in the state.
He described entrepreneurs as the true "brand ambassadors" of West Bengal, highlighting the important role of the private sector in driving economic growth, investment and employment.
According to the proceedings of the conference, the finance minister hinted at simplifying the provisions of the Land Ceiling Act, a reform that has long been sought by the industrial community to facilitate industrial expansion and ease the acquisition of land for investment projects.
The proposed move is part of the state's broader strategy to attract fresh investments by improving the ease of doing business and addressing regulatory concerns raised by industry stakeholders.
The remarks come as the West Bengal government prepares to introduce a series of policy initiatives, including an investment promotion framework, an incentive policy and a startup policy, aimed at strengthening the state's industrial and business ecosystem.