Howrah, July 22 -- West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday accused the Union Government of 'withholding' the state's rightful dues worth Rs 1.75 lakh crore.

Speaking to reporters, Mamata said that despite this alleged financial neglect by the Centre, her government is continuing to run 93 social welfare schemes for the people of West Bengal.

"The Centre has withheld our rightful funds worth over Rs 1.75 lakh crore. However, with the blessings of the people, we are continuing over 93 social schemes, despite the Centre's deprivation," CM Mamata Banerjee said.

She also announced a new scheme named "Amader Para, Amader Somadhan", which will follow the success of the Duare Sarkar initiative.

Taking a swipe at the Union Govern...