Kolkata Municipal Corporation directs all business establishments to include Bengali sign boards, hoarding before Sept 30

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation has reissued directives mandating that all business and commercial establishments in the city include Bengali on their signboards, hoardings, and signage by September 30. This initiative aims to promote linguistic authority and ensure inclusivity. Mayor Firhad Hakim has warned of potential consequences for non-compliance, emphasizing the importance of Bengali alongside other languages.