Chief Minister Rekha Gupta presented the Delhi Budget for the financial year 2026-27 on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The total budget outlay is set at ₹1,03,700 crore, focusing on transforming the city into a futuristic and production-driven economy. The government has introduced dedicated funds for artificial intelligence, drone technology, and semiconductor manufacturing to attract private investments and boost employment.
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Major Budget Allocations and Financial Highlights
The 2026-27 budget relies on ₹74,000 crore from the state’s own revenue and ₹16,700 crore through market borrowing from the RBI. A significant portion of the budget is dedicated to technology and infrastructure to help small businesses and students.
| Sector/Initiative | Allocation Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Delhi Budget 2026-27 | ₹1,03,700 Crore |
| Two AI Centres of Excellence (AI-CoEs) | ₹8.20 Crore |
| AI in Education & Assessment | ₹10 Crore |
| Semiconductor Policy Fund | ₹1 Crore |
| Drone Policy & Startup Support | ₹1 Crore |
| Common Facility Centres for SMEs | ₹48 Crore |
| Environmental Improvement (Green Budget) | 21% of total outlay |
New Technological Policies and Public Impact
The government is framing a new semiconductor policy to build infrastructure that encourages manufacturers to set up units in Delhi. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated that the aim is to create a research and development ecosystem for technology. Similarly, the new drone policy intends to make Delhi a hub for the drone ecosystem, which will help startups and create new jobs in manufacturing.
The two new AI-focused Centres of Excellence will work on finding solutions for public services like healthcare, urban mobility, and education. For students, ₹10 crore will be used to integrate AI into examination processes and personality development. Additionally, the government plans to support small businesses by training up to 32,000 MSMEs and connecting 15,000 businesses to digital platforms like GeM and ONDC.
