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Kangana Ranaut slams Himachal officials over idle scheme funds
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 09:35 PM
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Actress Kangana Ranaut publicly criticised Himachal Pradesh officials, questioning why she should allocate money to a scheme that remains unused.
Actress Kangana Ranaut took to the media on Monday, demanding an explanation from Himachal Pradesh officials over a block of government money that has not been spent. In a candid remark she asked, "Should I give the money like an idiot?" highlighting her frustration with the apparent inertia.
The comment came after reports surfaced that a state‑funded scheme had been allocated a substantial amount but remained dormant, with no projects or beneficiaries identified. Ranaut, who has previously been vocal on political and social issues, said the idle funds could have been directed to more urgent causes.
State officials have not yet issued a formal response, but sources indicate that the department responsible for the scheme is reviewing the allocation and may consider re‑routing the money. The episode adds to a growing list of public disputes involving the actress and government bodies across India.
The controversy underscores the broader debate on transparency and efficiency in the use of public resources, especially in smaller states where budgetary constraints are keenly felt.
The comment came after reports surfaced that a state‑funded scheme had been allocated a substantial amount but remained dormant, with no projects or beneficiaries identified. Ranaut, who has previously been vocal on political and social issues, said the idle funds could have been directed to more urgent causes.
State officials have not yet issued a formal response, but sources indicate that the department responsible for the scheme is reviewing the allocation and may consider re‑routing the money. The episode adds to a growing list of public disputes involving the actress and government bodies across India.
The controversy underscores the broader debate on transparency and efficiency in the use of public resources, especially in smaller states where budgetary constraints are keenly felt.