MUMBAI: The Maharashtra state budget proceedings are under way, Deputy CM and finance minister Ajit Pawar is speaking in assembly.
Here are the key highlights:
* The state government has announced several initiatives in the budget, including free medical check-ups and treatment for warkaris, as well as the formation of a warkari development corporation to support the community’s growth.Additionally, Rs 36 crore has been allocated for the Pandharpur dindi, with each dindi (group of pilgrims) receiving Rs 20,000.
* Ajit Pawar, while reading the budget, revealed the state’s goal of becoming a US$1 trillion economy. The government also introduced the CM ladki bahin yojana, a special scheme for women that will provide Rs 1,500 per month and Rs 46 crore annually, starting from July 2024. Under this scheme, 10,000 women will be given pink e-rickshaws across the state, with Rs 80 crore allocated for the e-rickshaw scheme in 17 cities.
* The budget also includes provisions for new ambulances and the Har ghar null initiative, which aims to provide tap water to 21 lakh households currently in the process of being connected. The government will provide 3 free gas cylinders annually to 52.4 lakh households under the newly announced CM Anna Suraksha Yojana.
*In his state budget announcement, Finance Minister Ajit Pawar introduced the Mukhyamanyti Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, a scheme that will provide a monthly stipend of Rs 1500 to eligible women aged between 21 and 60. The initiative is expected to cost the state 46,000 crores annually.
*The budget includes a provision for three free gas cylinders per year for eligible families, aiming to ease the financial burden on households.
*The Unity Mall project will prioritize women’s self-help groups, with a goal to enable 25 lakh women to become Lakhpati (millionaires) within the current year. Additionally, the budget allocates funds for the establishment of 100 special fast-track courts to address cases of crimes against women.
*The budget also introduces a fee waiver for girls from OBC and EWS families pursuing higher education. This initiative is expected to benefit 2 lakh girls and has an annual budget of 2000 crores.
*The Maharashtra government has provided compensation to 24.47 lakh farmers, covering an area of up to 3 hectares per farmer. Additionally, 40 talukas in the state have been officially declared as drought-affected regions.
In a bid to support farmers, the state has announced the “Gaon tethe godown” scheme, allocating a budget of Rs. 341 crore for its implementation.
*The government has announced a subsidy of Rs 5 per litre for cow milk to support dairy farmers in the state starting from July 1 to 2.93 lakh cow milk producers.
*The state government has also expressed its commitment to promoting fisheries and bamboo production. To encourage bamboo plantation, farmers will receive a financial incentive of Rs. 175 per plant. The state plans to initiate a bamboo plantation drive, starting from the Nandurbar district, with a target of bringing 6,000 hectares of land under bamboo cultivation under the Atal scheme.
*In a move to promote sustainable agriculture, the state will provide free electricity to farmers by installing 8.5 lakh solar pumps. This eco-friendly approach will reduce the burden of electricity costs on farmers while encouraging the use of renewable energy sources.
*The state government has allocated a budget of Rs 650 crore for the Jal Yukta Shivar Yojana, a project aimed at water conservation and management.
*To empower the youth, the state has introduced the CM Yuva Karya Prashikshan Yojana, a skill development program that offers a monthly stipend of Rs 10,000. The government has set aside Rs 10,000 crore annually for this scheme, which is expected to benefit ten lakh youth. In an effort to promote education among minority communities, the state will launch foreign scholarship schemes for students belonging to these groups.
*The state government has announced plans to establish a technical textile park to boost the textile industry.
*Additionally, a scuba diving center will be set up in Sindhudurg to promote tourism in the coastal region.
*In a move to support various communities, the state has declared the formation of several new development corporations. These corporations will work towards the welfare and advancement of their respective communities. The physically challenged individuals in the state will benefit from a new housing scheme. Moreover, they will also be provided with e-vehicles to enhance their mobility and independence.
*A housing scheme, named after the late Shiv Sena leader Anand Dighe, has been announced by the state government to provide affordable housing to the people.
*To improve healthcare accessibility, the state has decided to increase the health cover under the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jan Arogya Yojana from Rs 1.5 lakhs to Rs 5 lakhs. This initiative aims to provide better medical facilities to a larger section of the population.
*The transgender community will now be eligible to avail of government schemes, ensuring their inclusion and support.
*In an effort to promote sustainable transportation, the PM e-Busses scheme will be launched in 19 municipal corporations across the state.
*Farmers using pumps up to 7.5 HP will be granted a complete electricity waiver, providing relief to approximately 44.61 lakh farmers in the state.
*A viewing gallery will be constructed at Malshej ghat, and the government will cover the expenses for the annual celebration at Raigad fort.
*Pending electricity dues of 46.6 lakh agricultural pump users will be waived.
*In BMC, Thane, and Navi Mumbai, the government will reduce the cess on diesel from 24% to 21% and on petrol from 26% to 25%, making them cheaper.
Here are the key highlights:
* The state government has announced several initiatives in the budget, including free medical check-ups and treatment for warkaris, as well as the formation of a warkari development corporation to support the community’s growth.Additionally, Rs 36 crore has been allocated for the Pandharpur dindi, with each dindi (group of pilgrims) receiving Rs 20,000.
* Ajit Pawar, while reading the budget, revealed the state’s goal of becoming a US$1 trillion economy. The government also introduced the CM ladki bahin yojana, a special scheme for women that will provide Rs 1,500 per month and Rs 46 crore annually, starting from July 2024. Under this scheme, 10,000 women will be given pink e-rickshaws across the state, with Rs 80 crore allocated for the e-rickshaw scheme in 17 cities.
* The budget also includes provisions for new ambulances and the Har ghar null initiative, which aims to provide tap water to 21 lakh households currently in the process of being connected. The government will provide 3 free gas cylinders annually to 52.4 lakh households under the newly announced CM Anna Suraksha Yojana.
*In his state budget announcement, Finance Minister Ajit Pawar introduced the Mukhyamanyti Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, a scheme that will provide a monthly stipend of Rs 1500 to eligible women aged between 21 and 60. The initiative is expected to cost the state 46,000 crores annually.
*The budget includes a provision for three free gas cylinders per year for eligible families, aiming to ease the financial burden on households.
*The Unity Mall project will prioritize women’s self-help groups, with a goal to enable 25 lakh women to become Lakhpati (millionaires) within the current year. Additionally, the budget allocates funds for the establishment of 100 special fast-track courts to address cases of crimes against women.
*The budget also introduces a fee waiver for girls from OBC and EWS families pursuing higher education. This initiative is expected to benefit 2 lakh girls and has an annual budget of 2000 crores.
*The Maharashtra government has provided compensation to 24.47 lakh farmers, covering an area of up to 3 hectares per farmer. Additionally, 40 talukas in the state have been officially declared as drought-affected regions.
In a bid to support farmers, the state has announced the “Gaon tethe godown” scheme, allocating a budget of Rs. 341 crore for its implementation.
*The government has announced a subsidy of Rs 5 per litre for cow milk to support dairy farmers in the state starting from July 1 to 2.93 lakh cow milk producers.
*The state government has also expressed its commitment to promoting fisheries and bamboo production. To encourage bamboo plantation, farmers will receive a financial incentive of Rs. 175 per plant. The state plans to initiate a bamboo plantation drive, starting from the Nandurbar district, with a target of bringing 6,000 hectares of land under bamboo cultivation under the Atal scheme.
*In a move to promote sustainable agriculture, the state will provide free electricity to farmers by installing 8.5 lakh solar pumps. This eco-friendly approach will reduce the burden of electricity costs on farmers while encouraging the use of renewable energy sources.
*The state government has allocated a budget of Rs 650 crore for the Jal Yukta Shivar Yojana, a project aimed at water conservation and management.
*To empower the youth, the state has introduced the CM Yuva Karya Prashikshan Yojana, a skill development program that offers a monthly stipend of Rs 10,000. The government has set aside Rs 10,000 crore annually for this scheme, which is expected to benefit ten lakh youth. In an effort to promote education among minority communities, the state will launch foreign scholarship schemes for students belonging to these groups.
*The state government has announced plans to establish a technical textile park to boost the textile industry.
*Additionally, a scuba diving center will be set up in Sindhudurg to promote tourism in the coastal region.
*In a move to support various communities, the state has declared the formation of several new development corporations. These corporations will work towards the welfare and advancement of their respective communities. The physically challenged individuals in the state will benefit from a new housing scheme. Moreover, they will also be provided with e-vehicles to enhance their mobility and independence.
*A housing scheme, named after the late Shiv Sena leader Anand Dighe, has been announced by the state government to provide affordable housing to the people.
*To improve healthcare accessibility, the state has decided to increase the health cover under the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jan Arogya Yojana from Rs 1.5 lakhs to Rs 5 lakhs. This initiative aims to provide better medical facilities to a larger section of the population.
*The transgender community will now be eligible to avail of government schemes, ensuring their inclusion and support.
*In an effort to promote sustainable transportation, the PM e-Busses scheme will be launched in 19 municipal corporations across the state.
*Farmers using pumps up to 7.5 HP will be granted a complete electricity waiver, providing relief to approximately 44.61 lakh farmers in the state.
*A viewing gallery will be constructed at Malshej ghat, and the government will cover the expenses for the annual celebration at Raigad fort.
*Pending electricity dues of 46.6 lakh agricultural pump users will be waived.
*In BMC, Thane, and Navi Mumbai, the government will reduce the cess on diesel from 24% to 21% and on petrol from 26% to 25%, making them cheaper.
