Thane ZP Unveils Rs 117 Crore Budget: Focus on Roads, Women Empowerment

• Thane Zilla Parishad presented its Rs 116.93 crore budget for the financial year 2026-27.
• Key focus areas include strengthening rural roads and launching women-centric schemes.
• The Women and Child Welfare Department received Rs 4.89 crore for empowerment schemes, including computer education for girls and bicycle distribution.
• Rs 25 lakh allocated for 'pink room' initiative in ZP schools to provide safe, hygienic spaces and sanitary napkins for girl students.
• Construction department received the highest allocation of Rs 19.87 crore for rural roads and administrative buildings.