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Rajasthan's "Budget for Viksit Rajasthan" Aims to Accelerate State Development

Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari presented Rajasthan's budget for the 2026-27 financial year, calling it a significant step toward building a "Viksit Rajasthan." She emphasized the budget was prepared with a focus on the people and would include several new announcements. The budget aligns with the broader Viksit Bharat vision championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on infrastructure, employment, and future sectors like AI. The budget session began on January 28, with the final document being finalized by Kumari and senior finance officials earlier this week.

Key Points: Rajasthan Budget 2026-27 Focuses on Viksit Rajasthan Vision

  • Budget for 2026-27 financial year
  • Focus on state's development and people
  • New announcements promised
  • Aligns with Viksit Bharat vision
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"Budget for Viksit Rajasthan", says Deputy CM Diya Kumari ahead of presenting state budget

Deputy CM Diya Kumari presents Rajasthan's 2026-27 budget, terming it a key step for a developed state with new announcements for the people.

"This is a very important budget for Viksit Rajasthan. - Diya Kumari"

Jaipur, February 11

Ahead of presenting Rajasthan's Budget for the 2026-27 financial year, State Finance Minister and Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari arrived at the state Assembly on Wednesday and termed the document a significant step toward building a "Viksit Rajasthan."

Addressing reporters before the presentation, Kumari said the budget has been prepared with a focus on the state's people and will include several new announcements. She emphasised that it would play an important role in accelerating Rajasthan's development.

"This is a very important budget for Viksit Rajasthan. This budget is for the people of the state. A lot of new announcements will be made in the budget today," Diya Kumari told reporters.

On Tuesday, Rajasthan Finance Commission Chairman Arun Chaturvedi said the state is progressing on the path of "mainstream development" in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of Viksit Bharat.

Chaturvedi highlighted advances in infrastructure, manpower development, and science and technology, noting that the government has already created employment for nearly two lakh people. He also noted that progress is underway in key future-oriented sectors, such as education and artificial intelligence.

"Rajasthan is moving along the path of mainstream development under the leadership and mission of Viksit Bharat envisioned by Prime Minister Modi across infrastructure development, manpower, and science and technology... The state government has already provided employment to nearly 2 lakh people... Furthermore, development work is progressing in the fields of education and artificial intelligence, which represent the future," he told ANI.

Earlier on Tuesday, Diya Kumari finalised the 2026-27 budget in the presence of senior finance department officials, including Principal Secretary (Finance) Vaibhav Galaria, Secretary (Expenditure) Tina Soni, Secretary (Budget) Rajan Vishal, Secretary (Revenue) Kumarpal Gautam, and Director (Budget) Brijesh Kishore Sharma.

The Rajasthan Assembly's budget session commenced on January 28 with the Governor's address, and Wednesday marks the sixth sitting of the ongoing session.

- ANI

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Priya S
As a teacher in Jaipur, I sincerely hope "development in education" means more than just new buildings. We need better teacher training, updated curricula, and focus on digital literacy in government schools. The AI mention is interesting, but let's get the basics right first.
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Aman W
New announcements are good, but what about controlling inflation and providing relief to the common man? Petrol, LPG, and vegetable prices are pinching everyone. The budget should have concrete measures for price stability.
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Sarah B
Investing in AI and future tech is a smart move for Rajasthan's long-term growth. Attracting tech companies to set up outside Jaipur, in cities like Kota or Udaipur, could create a more balanced development. Hope the budget has incentives for that.
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Kavya N
Let's see if this budget truly is "for the people." We need stronger support for women entrepreneurs and better healthcare facilities in smaller towns. Announcements are one thing, implementation is another. Fingers crossed!
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Vikram M
Development is welcome, but it must be sustainable. Rajasthan faces severe water scarcity. Any major infrastructure push must be coupled with massive investments in water conservation, check dams, and revival of traditional systems. Jai Rajasthan! 🙏

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