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Delhi's Rs 1 Lakh Crore Budget Targets 10 Sectors; LG Praises CM's Reforms

Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena presented the Delhi government's reform agenda and a Rs 1 lakh crore budget focused on ten priority sectors including health, infrastructure, and education. He detailed significant ease-of-doing-business measures, such as allowing shops to operate 24/7 and integrating 75 digital services. Legislative changes are underway to simplify labour laws and various licensing processes, with strong coordination noted with the central government. Saxena commended Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's administration for the rapid implementation of these reforms and highlighted ongoing hospital construction projects.

Key Points: Delhi's Rs 1 Lakh Crore Budget & Reform Agenda Unveiled

  • Rs 1 lakh crore budget for 10 sectors
  • Ease of doing business with 24/7 shops
  • Labour law consolidation into four codes
  • Rs 1400 crore for CM Development Fund
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Delhi Govt allocates Rs 1 lakh crore budget focusing on 10 key sectors: LG Saxena hails CM Rekha Gupta's administration

LG Saxena outlines Delhi's massive budget focusing on health, infrastructure, and business ease, praising CM Rekha Gupta's administration for rapid implementation.

"I commend the government led by the Chief Minister Rekha Gupta for implementing these reforms in a very short time... - Vinai Kumar Saxena"

New Delhi, January 5

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Monday outlined the Delhi government's reform agenda and development priorities while addressing the Legislative Assembly, highlighting major budgetary allocations, ease-of-doing-business measures, labour law reforms and infrastructure expansion, particularly in the health sector.

Addressing the House, the Lieutenant Governor said, "... This year, the government has allocated a budget of Rs 1 lakh crore, focusing on all 10 key priority sectors. These priority sectors include infrastructure, education, health, women's welfare, water supply, electricity, roads, industrial development, environmental sustainability, and social justice."

Highlighting governance reforms, Saxena said the government has taken several steps to simplify procedures and improve service delivery. He also referred to changes aimed at supporting traders and businesses.

"The government has simplified business processes under the ease of doing business initiative... 75 digital services across various departments have been successfully integrated with Citizen Centric Services through e-governance... All shops and commercial establishments, except liquor stores, are permitted to remain open 24/7, and the mandatory registration renewal every 21 years has been abolished," he said.

Saxena further informed the Assembly that legislative changes are also underway to strengthen the reform framework.

"A bill is being introduced for other amendments to the Delhi Shops and Establishments Act. Obtaining fire safety certificates, land use change approvals, factory and trade licenses, etc., has been made easier. By consolidating existing labour laws into four comprehensive labour codes, the government has taken a significant step forward in complete coordination with the central government...," he added.

Commending the pace of implementation, Saxena praised the elected Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's government, stating, "I commend the government led by the Chief Minister Rekha Gupta for implementing these reforms in a very short time... A sum of Rs 1400 crore has been sanctioned for the Chief Minister Development Fund to meet capital and infrastructure requirements... Various construction works are underway in 17 hospitals. Five hospital blocks were inaugurated in September 2025..."

The winter session of the Delhi Legislative Assembly commenced on January 5 (Monday), i.e., today, and will continue until January 8.

- ANI

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Priya S
Rs 1 lakh crore is a massive amount. While the sectors chosen are important, I really hope women's welfare gets more than just token allocation. We need safe public transport, more working women's hostels, and robust childcare support. The proof will be in the implementation.
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Rohit P
Good to see LG and CM on the same page for once! Simplifying business processes and labour laws is much needed. But let's be honest, the real challenge is cutting through the babu culture. Will these digital services actually reduce the time and bribes needed? That's the test.
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Sarah B
As someone who recently moved to Delhi, the focus on environmental sustainability is crucial. The air quality is a major concern. I hope a significant part of that budget goes towards genuine green solutions and public transport, not just planting a few trees for photo ops.
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Vikram M
ज़मीनी हकीकत अलग होती है। बजट बड़ा दिखता है, पर असली सवाल यह है कि पैसा कहाँ पहुँचेगा। 17 अस्पतालों का निर्माण चल रहा है, यह अच्छी खबर है। बस यही उम्मीद है कि काम गुणवत्ता के साथ पूरा हो। (The ground reality is different. The budget looks big, but the real question is where the money will reach. Construction in 17 hospitals is ongoing, that's good news. Just hope the work is completed with quality.)
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