₹47,456 Cr Allocated for BC Welfare
Significant Allocations for ‘Super Six’ Schemes Starting from May
Budget as a Roadmap for Swarna Andhra 2047 Vision
CM’s Response to the 2025-26 State Budget
Amaravati, February 28: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu stated that his government is committed to welfare, development, and good governance, and the 2025-26 state budget serves as the foundation for the reconstruction of Andhra Pradesh.
He highlighted that despite financial challenges, his government has been working tirelessly to restore systems weakened by the previous administration's destructive policies. “Within just eight months, welfare initia…
[7:16 pm, 28/2/2025] Wonderful: This Budget Lays Foundation for Andhra Pradesh's Reconstruction – CM Chandrababu Naidu
₹47,456 Cr Allocated for BC Welfare
Significant Allocations for ‘Super Six’ Schemes Starting from May
Budget as a Roadmap for Swarna Andhra 2047 Vision
CM’s Response to the 2025-26 State Budget
Amaravati, February 28: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu stated that his government is committed to welfare, development, and good governance, and the 2025-26 state budget serves as the foundation for the reconstruction of Andhra Pradesh.
He highlighted that despite financial challenges, his government has been working tirelessly to restore systems weakened by the previous administration's destructive policies. “Within just eight months, welfare initiatives such as pension hikes, Anna Canteens, and Deepam schemes have been implemented. Additionally, 74 out of 93 centrally sponsored schemes that were halted by the previous government have been restarted,” he said reacting to the budget presented by the Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav.
A Budget to transform the State
The Chief Minister asserted that the budget is not just about department-wise allocations but a comprehensive effort to drive holistic development. “This progressive budget is designed to change the course of the state and has allocated significant funds to key sectors and welfare programs. The proposed budget of ₹3,22,359 crore will act as a bridge to achieve the ten guiding principles of the Swarna Andhra 2047 Vision,” he noted.
As part of poverty eradication efforts, ₹2,000 crore has been allocated under the Viability Gap Fund for major infrastructure projects. Public-private partnerships will also be encouraged for new developmental initiatives, he pointed out.
Priority for ‘Super Six’ Schemes
CM said that, in fulfilling electoral promises, the budget has made rational allocations for the Super Six schemes. Notably, ₹6,300 crore has been earmarked for the ‘Annadata Sukhibhava' scheme and ₹9,407 crore for the ‘Thalliki Vandanam’ scheme.
Budget supporting BC welfare
He said that his government has placed a strong emphasis on uplifting weaker sections of society. In line with this commitment, ₹47,456 crore has been allocated for Backward Classes (BC) welfare in this budget. “Additionally, ₹1,000 crore has been assigned for the implementation of the Adarana-3 scheme, providing further support to BCs. A historic decision has been made to grant an additional ₹50,000 for housing construction for BC families,” CM said. He added that in keeping with electoral promises, ₹20,000 per fisherfolk will be provided as assistance during the fishing ban period, with ₹230 crore allocated for their financial support.
Budget for farmers’ welfare
Chandrababu Naidu said that recognising the crucial role of Andhra Pradesh in India’s food security, the government has allocated ₹48,341 crore to the agriculture sector. Additionally, ₹18,019 crore has been set aside for the critical water resources sector. Key allocations include ₹34,311 crore for education, ₹20,218 crore for SC welfare, ₹8,159 crore for ST welfare, and ₹5,434 crore for minority welfare.
Never-ending development
Stressing the need for rapid infra development, he said that development drives revenue, and revenue enables comprehensive welfare. “With this in mind, the government has ensured robust allocations for infrastructure and industries. ₹8,785 crore has been allocated for road development, and ₹3,156 crore for the industries sector. Adequate funds have also been assigned to key projects such as Polavaram, Jal Jeevan Mission, and Swachh Andhra,” he noted.
A Government that works every second for the people
“Every second, every hour, and every day, the government is dedicated to addressing the needs and aspirations of the people. This budget has been crafted to fulfill those expectations. With the cooperation of the people, the 2025-26 budget sets the path toward realising the Swarna Andhra -2047 Vision,” the CM observed. As the first full-fledged budget presented since assuming office, the Chief Minister expressed satisfaction with its comprehensive approach.
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