Delhi Chief Minister and Finance Minister Rekha Gupta presented the state budget for the financial year 2026-27 on March 24, 2026. The total budget outlay stands at Rs 1,03,700 crore, marking a significant step toward urban development and social welfare. The government has labeled this as a green budget, dedicating a substantial portion of the funds to environmental initiatives and education. The announcement also included several new schemes aimed at supporting women and improving public infrastructure across the capital.
Sector Wise Budget Allocation for 2026-27
The education sector received the highest priority in the budget, followed closely by environmental projects. The government is collaborating with the World Bank to implement advanced monitoring systems for forest initiatives. CM Rekha Gupta mentioned that the budget will be primarily funded through the state’s own tax revenues, estimated at Rs 74,000 crore.
| Sector | Allocation (Rs Crore) | Budget Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Environment (Green Projects) | 22,236 | 21.44% |
| Education | 19,326 | 18.64% |
| Health | 13,034 | 12.57% |
| Transport, Road, and Bridges | 12,613 | 12.16% |
| Municipal Corporation (MCD) | 11,666 | – |
New Welfare Schemes and Public Infrastructure
The budget introduced the Manila Samriddhi Yojana, which aims to provide financial stability to women from poor families. Additionally, the government focused on environmental sustainability through the EV Policy 2.0 and increased waste management targets. Several infrastructure projects for the trans-Yamuna area and safety measures like CCTV installations were also highlighted in the session.
- Manila Samriddhi Yojana: Rs 5,110 crore allocated to provide Rs 2,500 monthly to women from poor families.
- Education Support: Free bicycles for girl students of Class 9 and Rs 475 crore for school expansion.
- Environment: Rs 200 crore for Delhi EV Policy 2.0 and increasing waste processing to 15,000 tonnes per day.
- Public Safety: Rs 225 crore earmarked for the installation and maintenance of CCTV cameras.
- Animal Welfare: Rs 62 crore for veterinary hospitals and new dog shelters.
- Infrastructure: Rs 300 crore specifically for trans-Yamuna development projects.
