UP Budget 2026-27: Yogi Govt Unveils Record-Breaking Budget, Farmers Rejoice

• Uttar Pradesh government presented its 10th budget for the financial year 2026-27, totaling Rs 9,12,696.35 crore.
• This budget is the largest in the state's history, 12.9% higher than the 2025-26 budget.
• Key announcements for farmers include a Rs 30 per quintal increase in sugarcane price, leading to an additional Rs 3000 crore payment.
• Record sugarcane price payments of over Rs 3,04,321 crore made during Yogi government's tenure, exceeding previous 22 years combined.
• Farmers received free electricity for irrigation, short-term and long-term loans, and significant compensation under crop insurance and PM Kisan Samman Nidhi.