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Rajasthan Finance Minister Diya Kumari Launches State's First Green Budget Worth Rs 27,854 Crore for Sustainability.

Budget | Dated: 22 Feb 2025

On February 19, 2025, Diya Kumari, Deputy Chief Minister (CM) and Finance Minister (FM) of Rajasthan, presented the state's Annual Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, with an outlay of Rs 5.37 lakh crore. The budget focuses on essential sectors such as electricity, roads, water, health, and agriculture while incorporating sustainability measures.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - Rajasthan's first Green Budget allocates Rs 27,854 crore, which accounts for 11.34% of the total scheme expenditure and 5.18% of the total budget for sustainability initiatives.
  • - FM Diya Kumari committed to transforming Rajasthan into a USD 350 billion economy by 2030.
  • Provisions include free solar plants and 150 electricity units per month for residents.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) Estimated Revenue Receipts of Rs 2,94,536.49 crore and Revenue Expenditure of Rs 3,25,545.90 crore, resulting in a Revenue Deficit of Rs 31,009.41 crore.
  • (ii) Estimated Fiscal Deficit of Rs 84,643.63 crore, which is 4.25% of the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP).

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Recently, what amount was allocated in Rajasthan's first Green Budget for sustainability initiatives?

Correct Answer: 27,854 crore

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About Rajasthan

  • CM : Bhajan Lal Sharma
  • Governor : Haribhau Kisanrao Bagade