Uttarakhand Budget 2026: Mountain Trails, Trauma Centers, Tourism Boost Announced

• Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026, including significant proposals for Uttarakhand.
• Key announcements for Uttarakhand include the development of mountain trails and establishment of emergency trauma centers in all districts.
• The budget also focuses on tourism, with provisions for training 10,000 guides at 20 major tourist destinations nationwide, potentially benefiting Uttarakhand.
• The state government hopes for a special package for the upcoming Haridwar Kumbh Mela and additional funds for incomplete infrastructure projects.
• Emphasis is placed on promoting tourism and strengthening disaster management in the disaster-prone state.

Why It Matters: Union Budget 2026 brings significant development and tourism initiatives to Uttarakhand, including health and infrastructure upgrades.