Delhi Unveils Historic Rs 1 Lakh Crore Budget: A New Dawn

Delhi's Chief Minister and Finance Minister Rekha Gupta unveils a historic Rs 1 lakh crore Budget for 2025-26, highlighting a 31.5% increase over the previous year. The budget aims to combat corruption and inefficiency while focusing on infrastructure, transport, welfare, and healthcare improvements.

In a significant political milestone, Delhi's BJP-led government has presented its first Budget in over 26 years, with an unprecedented outlay of Rs 1 lakh crore for the financial year 2025-26. Presented by Chief Minister and Finance Minister Rekha Gupta, the Budget represents a 31.5% increase from the previous fiscal year's allocation.

Chief Minister Gupta hailed the Budget as a 'historic' turning point, marking the end of a 'corruption and inefficiency' era. The government plans to double capital expenditure to Rs 28,000 crore, focusing on infrastructure projects such as roads, sewer systems, and water supply, reflecting a commitment to revamping the city's foundational services.

The Budget identifies ten key focus areas including electricity, roads, water, and connectivity. A significant allocation of Rs 1,000 crore is designated for enhancing transport links within Delhi-NCR. In terms of welfare, Rs 5,100 crore is earmarked for financial assistance to women, while Rs 2,144 crore is set aside for healthcare improvements under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana.

(With inputs from agencies.)