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Himachal Pradesh CM Jai Ram Thakur says Centre gave more aid than requested
✍️ The News Mill
🗓 23 Aug 2026, 05:36 AM
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Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur stated that the Union government has provided financial assistance to Himachal Pradesh exceeding the amount the state had asked for.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur told reporters that the central government has disbursed a larger-than‑requested aid package to the state. He said the additional funds will help accelerate development projects that were pending due to budget constraints.
The CM emphasized that the unexpected surplus will be allocated to sectors such as road infrastructure, health facilities, and tourism promotion, aligning with the state's growth priorities. He thanked the Union Finance Ministry for the generosity and assured that the funds will be utilized transparently.
State officials are now preparing a detailed plan to channel the extra resources efficiently, with oversight mechanisms to monitor expenditure. The announcement comes amid ongoing discussions between the state and centre on fiscal allocations for the current financial year.
The CM emphasized that the unexpected surplus will be allocated to sectors such as road infrastructure, health facilities, and tourism promotion, aligning with the state's growth priorities. He thanked the Union Finance Ministry for the generosity and assured that the funds will be utilized transparently.
State officials are now preparing a detailed plan to channel the extra resources efficiently, with oversight mechanisms to monitor expenditure. The announcement comes amid ongoing discussions between the state and centre on fiscal allocations for the current financial year.