Mumbai, March 3: On the opening day of the Maharashtra assembly's budget session, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar presented supplementary budget demands totaling Rs 6,486 crore. Pawar, who also holds the finance portfolio, tabled these additional financial requests on Monday, signaling the government's intention to allocate extra funds beyond the existing budget.
Ajit Pawar's move to present these supplementary demands indicates a proactive financial strategy by the Maharashtra government, addressing immediate departmental needs and ensuring sustained growth across key sectors.
Centre-sponsored Schemes Receive Significant Allocation
Of the total supplementary demand, Rs 2,133.25 crore has been earmarked specifically for schemes sponsored by the central government, underscoring the state’s emphasis on collaborative developmental initiatives.Key Allocations in Supplementary Demands
The supplementary budget prominently features:- Rural Development: Rs 3,006.28 crore allocated, highlighting the government's priority towards enhancing rural infrastructure and livelihood.
- Industry, Power, and Labour Departments: Rs 1,688.74 crore proposed, aiming at bolstering industrial growth, energy infrastructure, and workforce welfare.
- Urban Development: Rs 590.28 crore sought to upgrade and expand urban infrastructure across Maharashtra.
- Cooperative, Marketing, and Textile Departments: An allocation of Rs 313.93 crore to support cooperative movements, improve market conditions, and revitalize the textile sector.
- Higher and Technical Education: Rs 412.36 crore aimed at strengthening education infrastructure and promoting skill development across the state.
Ajit Pawar's move to present these supplementary demands indicates a proactive financial strategy by the Maharashtra government, addressing immediate departmental needs and ensuring sustained growth across key sectors.