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Delhi's Record Rs 1.03 Lakh Crore Budget Aims for Inclusive, Developed Capital

Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva has praised Chief Minister Rekha Gupta for presenting a record Rs 1.03 lakh crore budget for 2026-27, calling it a self-reliant and inclusive plan. The budget, inspired by PM Modi's principles, allocates over 31% to education and health services and 23% to transport and urban development. Key welfare measures include Rs 260 crore for free gas cylinders to needy families and Rs 450 crore for free bus travel for women and transgender persons. Sachdeva stated this budget lays the foundation for 'Delhi 2047' and will take the capital to a new horizon.

Key Points: Delhi's 2026-27 Budget: Largest Ever, Focus on All Sections

  • Record Rs 1.03 lakh crore budget
  • 31% for education and health
  • 23% for transport and urban development
  • Free cylinders and bus travel for women
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Delhi BJP chief praises CM Rekha Gupta for serving all sections of society in Budget

Delhi BJP chief praises CM Rekha Gupta's 'Sarvajan Hitay' budget of Rs 1.03 lakh crore, highlighting massive allocations for education, health, and transport.

"inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's policy of holistic development, this budget offers benefits for every section of society. - Virendra Sachdeva"

New Delhi, March 24

Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva welcomed the "Sarvajan Hitay, Sarvajan Sukhay" Delhi Budget for 2026-27 presented on Tuesday in the State Assembly by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.

He said that inspired by Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya's Antyodaya principle and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's policy of holistic development, this budget offers benefits for every section of society.

This record budget of Rs 1.03 lakh crore is the largest in Delhi's history, with the state government's own revenue covering about 74 per cent of the expenditure, while the remaining 26 per cent has clearly defined allocations, making it a self-reliant budget.

The Delhi BJP President said that this budget of the BJP government is for a developed Delhi, with more than 31 per cent -- Rs 32,360 crore -- dedicated to the maintenance and development of education and health services.

"In any nation's capital, transport and urban development are two very important aspects, and inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's principles, the Rekha Gupta government has laid the foundation for Delhi 2047 by allocating 23.32 per cent of the budget estimate to these sectors."

The Delhi BJP President said that by allocating Rs 1,777 crore for better maintenance of the agricultural sector and rapidly urbanising villages in Delhi, along with Rs 10,537 crore for social security, the Rekha Gupta government has fulfilled its commitment to "Sarvajan Sukhay, Sarvajan Hitay".

Having started the distribution of free gas cylinders to needy families during Holi in the financial year 2025-26, the Rekha Gupta government has, in the 2026-27 budget, allocated Rs 260 crore for providing gas cylinders to needy families and Rs 450 crore for free bus travel for women and transgender persons, reflecting its compassionate governance.

Sachdeva has said that undoubtedly, the second budget of the Rekha Gupta government, which made its first year of service remarkable will take Delhi to a new horizon.

- IANS

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Priya S
Free bus travel for women is a fantastic and empowering scheme. My mother and I use it daily and it's a huge relief for our household budget. The allocation for gas cylinders for needy families before Holi also shows thoughtful, compassionate planning. Kudos to the government for these direct benefits.
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Rohit P
While the numbers sound impressive, I'll believe the "Sarvajan Hitay" part when I see it. Every budget makes big promises. What about the state of our existing roads and the perennial water and power issues in summer? Hope this "Delhi 2047" vision includes fixing today's basic civic problems first.
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Sarah B
As an expat living in Delhi, it's encouraging to see such a large allocation for transport and urban development. A modern, efficient capital city benefits everyone - residents, businesses, and visitors. The focus on self-reliance with 74% own revenue is a very strong fiscal signal.
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Karthik V
Good to see attention for the villages in Delhi. As the city expands, these areas often get neglected. Rs 1,777 crore for agriculture and urbanising villages is a welcome step. Hope it brings proper sewage, roads, and community facilities to these parts. Jai Hind!
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Meera T
The inclusion of transgender persons in the free travel scheme is a progressive and much-needed move. True 'Antyodaya' means reaching the last person in the queue. This budget seems to have its heart in the right place. Let's hope the implementation matches the intent.

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