UP Seeks Rs 24,000 Cr Boost for FY26 Economy; Focus on Energy, Health, Urban Infra

• Uttar Pradesh government seeks Rs 24,496.98 crore in supplementary grants for FY26 to address budget shortfalls and fund new initiatives.
• The additional funds are earmarked for significant pushes in energy, health, urban infrastructure, industrial development, and medical education.
• The demand includes Rs 18,369.30 crore for revenue and Rs 6,127.68 crore for capital expenditure, moved under Article 205 of the Constitution.
• Key allocations include Rs 4,874 crore for industrial development, Rs 4,521 crore for power, and Rs 3,500 crore for health and family welfare.
• A mid-year review shows a revenue surplus of Rs 17,839.50 crore and a fiscal deficit of Rs 9,322.85 crore, significantly lower than the annual budget.

Why It Matters: UP seeks Rs 24,496.98 crore supplementary grants for FY26 to boost economy, focusing on key infrastructure and social sectors.