CSE Revival: West Bengal Govt Backs Historic Calcutta Stock Exchange Comeback | Ground Report

The Calcutta Stock Exchange (CSE), one of Asia's oldest stock exchanges, is set for a revival after remaining inactive since 2013. In the West Bengal Budget 2026-27, Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta announced the state's support for reviving the 117-year-old institution. CSE officials have welcomed the move, saying it could provide a fresh boost to traders, investors and businesses across eastern India. Once India's second-largest stock exchange, the CSE has faced years of regulatory and legal hurdles. Can Kolkata's historic bourse make a comeback and reclaim its place in India's financial ecosystem? Watch this report for details.