New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday presented a Rs 1.03 lakh crore Budget for the financial year 2026–27, registering a modest 3.7 per cent increase over the previous fiscal’s outlay of Rs 1 lakh crore, with a strong thrust on green initiatives, infrastructure expansion and welfare spending.
The Budget estimates tax revenue at Rs 74,000 crore and outlines significant allocations for key sectors including education, health, urban development and civic services.
Positioning the financial plan as a “Green Budget,” Gupta said 21 per cent of the total outlay has been earmarked for environmentally sustainable initiatives. She emphasised that policymaking would be guided by ecological considerations, noting the need to balance development with environmental protection amid persistent air pollution challenges in the national capital.
“We are viewing every policy through a green lens to ensure harmony between growth and nature,” Delhi CM said.
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has been allocated Rs 11,666 crore, including Rs 1,000 crore dedicated to road improvement works. An additional Rs 1,352 crore has been set aside for developing dust-free roads, with large-scale recarpeting projects planned across the city to curb pollution caused by road dust.
In the social sector, education received Rs 19,148 crore, maintaining its position as one of the largest areas of expenditure. The health sector has been allocated Rs 12,645 crore to strengthen medical infrastructure and public health services.
Urban development and housing projects will receive Rs 7,887 crore, while the Public Works Department (PWD) has been allocated Rs 5,921 crore for infrastructure upgrades.
The power sector has been allotted Rs 3,942 crore, including Rs 200 crore for shifting overhead electricity lines underground, a move aimed at improving reliability and safety. The announcement comes as Delhi braces for rising electricity demand during the summer, with peak consumption expected to exceed 9,000 MW.
Water and sanitation remain key priorities, with the Delhi Jal Board receiving Rs 9,000 crore. Of this, Rs 475 crore has been earmarked for the Chandrawal water treatment plant to improve supply and reduce dependence on water tankers.
Other allocations include Rs 787 crore for the Delhi Rural Development Board, Rs 674 crore for the fire department, and Rs 454 crore for projects related to the Najafgarh drain. The Budget also provides Rs 350 crore under the MLA Local Area Development Scheme.
The Budget reflects the government’s attempt to address urban challenges while prioritising sustainability and essential services in one of India’s most densely populated cities.
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