Chhattisgarh Budget 2026: ₹1.72 lakh crore allotted for 2026-27; new financial scheme for girls
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Why in news
Finance Minister O.P. Choudhary presented the Chhattisgarh Budget 2026-27, allocating ₹1.72 lakh crore with a focus on inclusive growth and the Rani Durgavati Scheme for girls.
Background
The Chhattisgarh government allocated ₹1.72 lakh crore for the 2026-27 fiscal year. Key initiatives include the construction of barrages in Bastar and the establishment of new industrial parks.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTotal budget allocation for Chhattisgarh for fiscal year 2026-27 is ₹1.72 lakh crore
- SchemeRani Durgavati Scheme: A new financial scheme specifically for girls in Chhattisgarh
- PlaceBastar: Region designated for the construction of new barrages
- FactBudget priorities include investments in education, healthcare, sports, and tourism
For Mains
Q. Discuss how targeted fiscal allocations and infrastructure development in tribal regions like Bastar can contribute to inclusive economic growth in Chhattisgarh.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: Addressing irrigation and connectivity deficits in remote tribal belts
- Gender-centric fiscal policy: Impact of targeted financial schemes on female human capital
- Industrial diversification: Role of new industrial parks in shifting regional economic focus
Keywords: Inclusive growth · Fiscal allocation · Infrastructure development · Human capital · Regional disparity
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