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Annapurna Bhandar status check: how to verify your West Bengal ₹3,000 eligibility in 2026
West Bengal's Annapurna Bhandar scheme went live on June 1, 2026, replacing Lakshmir Bhandar with a ₹3,000 monthly payout. Here's exactly how to check your status online, verify DBT eligibility, and make sure your Aadhaar-bank link is actually working.