North Bengal Development
Balanced regional development, infrastructure and inter-district coordination.
PUBLIC SERVICE • NORTH BENGAL • WEST BENGAL
Nisith Pramanik
Cabinet Minister, Government of West Bengal
MLA from Mathabhanga Constituency
“Public service rooted in the people of North Bengal.”
About
An Indian political leader from Cooch Behar, serving North Bengal.
Nisith Pramanik is an Indian political leader from Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. His public career has included responsibilities at both the national and state levels.
He represented Cooch Behar in the 17th Lok Sabha and served as Union Minister of State for Home Affairs and Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports between 2021 and 2024. In May 2026, he was elected to the West Bengal Legislative Assembly from Mathabhanga and subsequently joined the West Bengal Cabinet.
Current Responsibilities
- Cabinet Minister, Government of West Bengal
- MLA, Mathabhanga
- North Bengal Development
- Water Resources Investigation & Development
Previous National Responsibilities
- Union MoS, Home Affairs (2021–2024)
- Union MoS, Youth Affairs & Sports (2021–2024)
- Member of Parliament, Cooch Behar (2019–2024)
Public Service Journey
From grassroots engagement to national and state responsibilities.
Water Resource Planning
Attention to irrigation, water management and long-term resource development.
Constituency Engagement
Direct interaction with residents and local representatives.
National Administrative Experience
Previous experience in the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
Youth and Sports Experience
Previous national-level responsibility in youth affairs and sports.
Public Welfare and Accessibility
Making public communication, programmes and office access easier for citizens.
Journey
A public-service journey across national and state responsibilities.
2019
Joined the BJP and elected to the 17th Lok Sabha from Cooch Behar.
2021
Union Minister of State — Home Affairs and Youth Affairs & Sports.
2024
Completed national tenure as MP and Union MoS.
2026
Elected MLA from Mathabhanga; joined West Bengal Cabinet.
Present
North Bengal Development • Water Resources Investigation & Development.
Responsibilities
Current portfolios in the Government of West Bengal.
North Bengal Development
The North Bengal Development Department addresses region-specific development requirements across Cooch Behar, Alipurduar, Jalpaiguri, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Uttar Dinajpur, Dakshin Dinajpur and Malda.
- Regional infrastructure
- District coordination
- Balanced development
- Connectivity
- Community facilities
Water Resources Investigation and Development
Focused on water-resource investigation, planning, irrigation-related development and coordination of programmes supporting communities and agriculture.
- Water-resource planning
- Irrigation
- Rural development support
- Sustainable management
- District-level coordination
Development Focus
Priorities shaped by district-level needs of North Bengal.
Regional & Infrastructure Growth
Balanced regional development and public infrastructure across every district.
Learn MoreWater & Irrigation Planning
Water-resource investigation, irrigation planning and long-term management.
Learn MoreRural Connectivity
Roads, bridges and connectivity for last-mile access to public services.
Learn MorePublic Welfare
Accessible public programmes and grievance redressal for citizens.
Learn MoreYouth Empowerment
Youth engagement, skill exposure and sports programme continuity.
Learn MoreConstituency Engagement
Direct interaction with residents and local representatives of Mathabhanga.
Learn More“Development priorities must reflect the distinct geographic, economic and social needs of every district of North Bengal.”
North Bengal
Eight districts. Distinct priorities. Shared progress.
District
Cooch Behar
Home district; primarily agrarian with strong cultural heritage.
District
Alipurduar
Forest, tea and border district with distinct infrastructure needs.
District
Jalpaiguri
Doors of North Bengal — riverine belt with agriculture and industry.
District
Darjeeling
Hill district known for tea, tourism and cultural diversity.
District
Kalimpong
Hill district with horticulture and cross-border trade importance.
District
Uttar Dinajpur
Agriculture-led district with a growing service economy.
District
Dakshin Dinajpur
Border district with strong agricultural output.
District
Malda
Historic district known for mango horticulture and river systems.
Press
In the news.
The Statesman
Cabinet portfolios announced in Government of West Bengal
Oct 12
The Telegraph
New North Bengal Development Minister outlines regional focus
Oct 08
Anandabazar
Water Resources dept to review monsoon readiness
Oct 02
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