Uttarakhand government unveiled a ₹1,01,175.33 crore budget for the fiscal year 2025-26
On February 20, 2025, the Uttarakhand government unveiled a ₹1,01,175.33 crore budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, marking the state's first budget exceeding ₹1 lakh crore. Finance Minister Prem Chandra Aggarwal presented the budget in the State Assembly, emphasizing a strong focus on infrastructure development, public welfare, and sustainable growth. citeturn0search0
**Key Allocations and Initiatives:**
- **Infrastructure Development:** A record ₹14,763.13 crore has been allocated to infrastructure projects, including the construction of 220 km of new roads, reconstruction of 1,000 km, and renovation of 1,550 km of existing routes. Additionally, ₹1,200 crore is designated for road safety measures, and ₹36.88 crore for the Civil Aviation Department. citeturn0search0
- **Water Resources and Irrigation:** Significant investments include ₹625 crore for the Jamrani Dam, ₹75 crore for the Song Dam, ₹285 crore for the Lakhwad Project, and ₹1,843 crore for the Jal Jeevan Mission. An additional ₹125 crore is allocated for the Spring and River Rejuvenation Authority (SARA). citeturn0search0
- **Tourism and Cultural Development:** To boost tourism, the budget earmarks ₹100 crore for the development of Tehri Lake, ₹25 crore for the Manaskhand Mala Mission, ₹20 crore for the Vibrant Village Scheme, and ₹10 crore for enhancing the Char Dham road network. citeturn0search3
- **Social Security and Welfare:** Allocations include ₹1,811.66 crore for social security schemes, ₹918.92 crore for various subsidies, ₹600 crore for the Annapurna Yojana, ₹207.18 crore for the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Rural), and ₹54.12 crore for the urban counterpart. Additionally, ₹55 crore is set aside for cooking gas subsidies for low-income families. citeturn0search3
- **Climate Change and Environmental Conservation:** The budget dedicates ₹60 crore to climate change mitigation efforts and ₹395 crore for the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA) scheme, reflecting the government's commitment to environmental sustainability. citeturn0search0
This comprehensive budget underscores the Uttarakhand government's dedication to fostering holistic development, enhancing public welfare, and ensuring sustainable growth across the state.
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