West Bardhaman, formally known as Paschim Bardhaman, is a district in the state of West Bengal, India, formed on April 7, 2017, by the bifurcation of the erstwhile Bardhaman district. The district's headquarters are located in Asansol. Paschim Bardhaman is known for tourist attractions like the Kalyaneshwari Temple, Maithon Dam, and Nehru Park, and is an important center for education, agriculture, and industry.