Budget 2026: Sitharaman Announces Mountain Trail for Himachal Pradesh

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News18•01-02-2026, 12:19
Budget 2026: Sitharaman Announces Mountain Trail for Himachal Pradesh
- •Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026, with Himachal Pradesh and Haryana closely watching for key announcements.
- •Himachal Pradesh received its first announcement: the opening of a mountain trail, designed for trekking, hiking, and adventure activities in hilly regions.
- •The state also anticipates budget provisions for railway construction and significant funds for disaster relief, having suffered losses of ₹20,000-₹25,000 crore in the last three years.
- •BJP leaders Dr. Rajiv Bindal and Jairam Thakur praised the budget, calling it far-sighted and crucial for a developed and self-reliant India.
- •In the 2025-26 budget, Himachal Pradesh received approximately ₹11,800 crore for various projects including roads, water supply, agriculture, and health.
Why It Matters: Union Budget 2026 allocates a mountain trail for Himachal Pradesh, with further expectations for disaster relief and railway funds.
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