Manipur's Budget Boost: Analyzing Financial Plans Under President's Rule

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented Manipur's 2025-26 budget in the Lok Sabha, highlighting increased expenditures from Rs 32,656.81 crore to Rs 35,103.90 crore amid President's Rule. The budget focuses on capital outlays and social spending, including significant allocations for police incentives and relief for internally displaced persons.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Manipur budget for 2025-26 in the Lok Sabha, projecting a significant financial increase despite the state being under President's Rule.

The budget envisions an expenditure of Rs 35,103.90 crore, marking an upturn from the current year's Rs 32,656.81 crore, while total receipts are estimated at Rs 35,368.19 crore.

Key allocations include over Rs 2,000 crore for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment and Rs 9,520 crore dedicated to the social sector, highlighting commitments to relief for displaced persons and incentives for police in sensitive areas.

(With inputs from agencies.)