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How much budget BJP govt in Delhi allocate for environmental causes?

The BJP-led Delhi govt’s ₹1 lakh crore budget focuses on infrastructure, education, health, and pollution control. Key plans include Yamuna cleaning, 5,000 electric buses, new schools, and ₹5,100 crore for women’s welfare, with ₹11,469 crore from Centre.

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The BJP-led Delhi government, under Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, has presented a ₹1 lakh crore budget for the 2025-26 financial year, marking a significant increase from the previous AAP government's ₹76,000 crore budget. A key focus of this budget is improving infrastructure and environmental sustainability, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a "double-engine government" working at both the central and state levels.

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₹506 crore for environment and forest departments

For years, Delhi’s government had been at odds with the Centre over financial allocations. The previous AAP administration had often argued that Delhi contributed large amounts in taxes but received very little in return. However, in this budget, the central government has provided ₹11,469 crore in financial assistance under different heads, a sharp rise from the ₹4,391 crore allocated earlier.

The Chief Minister said that ₹506 crore has been set aside for the environment and forest departments. Out of this, ₹422 crore will be used for various schemes, projects, and programs.

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She also introduced the new Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC), which will monitor air quality, water quality, noise levels, and waste management in real-time. “This will help improve environmental governance and public health. Our efforts will reduce pollution and create a cleaner, healthier Delhi for future generations,” she said.

A budget of ₹300 crore has been allocated for "Pollution Control and Emergency Measures" to enforce environmental reforms effectively. Additionally, ₹20 crore has been set aside under the “Delhi Parks and Garden Society” scheme to support RWAs, NGOs, and other groups in maintaining and greening Delhi’s parks and gardens.

The budget also prioritises cleaning the Yamuna River, with ₹500 crore set aside for this purpose. The plan includes constructing 40 decentralised sewage treatment plants to ensure only treated water flows into the river. Additionally, ₹250 crore has been allocated for replacing old sewer lines, and ₹20 crore will be spent on acquiring equipment to tackle waterlogging issues during the monsoon season.

Budget key announcements

Category Budget Allocation (₹ Crore) Details
Key Announcements
Sewer systems, water supply, and Yamuna cleaning 9,000 Major revamp of water infrastructure
Delhi-NCR connectivity improvement 1,000 Better transportation links
New jail complex (planning phase) 10 Tihar Jail relocation
Mini fire stations in congested areas - 100 locations for faster emergency response
Pollution control & emergency measures 300 Includes anti-pollution initiatives
Education Initiatives
New CM Shri Schools 100 60 new schools planned
Free laptops for top students 7.5 1,200 Class 11 students based on Class 10 results
EduCity in Narela 500 Higher education hub
‘Rashtraneeti’ governance education program - Teaching students about democracy & policy
Water Supply Improvements
GPS tracking for water tankers - ‘DJB Tanker’ mobile app for monitoring
Smart water management & metering 150 Intelligent automation for efficiency
Replacing open canals with pipelines 200 Water transport from Haryana
Emergency water storage 150 To address shortages
Healthcare Plans
New Health & Wellness Centres 320 400 new centers planned
Critical care & diagnostics (PM-ABHIM) 1,666 Strengthening medical facilities
Ayushman Bharat insurance expansion 147 Increased health coverage
Digital healthcare initiatives 9.92 Digitalizing health records
Social Security Measures
‘Mahila Samridhi Yojana’ 5,100 ₹2,500/month for eligible women
Increased pensions for senior citizens - ₹2,500 (60-69 years), ₹3,000 (70+ years)
Maternity benefits 210 ‘Mukhya Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana’
New ‘Palna’ creches 50 500 centers planned
Public Transport Upgrades
Electric buses - 5,000 new buses
Delhi Metro expansion (Phase 4) 2,929 Work on 3 corridors
New ISBT & bus terminal redevelopment - New ISBT in Dwarka; upgrade of Anand Vihar & Sarai Kale Khan
Energy & Infrastructure Development
Free Electricity Scheme (PM Surya Ghar) - Up to ₹78,000 subsidy for rooftop solar
Overhead electricity cables removal 100 Underground shifting plan
Tourism & Cultural Development
Yamuna River boat tours - From Sonia Vihar to Jagatpur Shani Mandir
Tourism promotion & branding 25 Boosting Delhi’s tourism sector
International film festival 30 Promoting Delhi as a film destination
Annual winter festival - Cultural events, concerts, food festivals
Talent Hunt Scheme 5 Supporting young artists

The BJP government has set a three-year target to visibly transform Delhi’s infrastructure and quality of life. Prime Minister Modi has instructed key ministries, such as Road Transport, Housing and Urban Affairs, and Health, to work closely with the Delhi administration to implement joint projects. The budget aims to improve roads, public transport, healthcare, and education while addressing long-standing pollution concerns.

With a substantial increase in financial support from the Centre and a clear focus on development, the Delhi government is looking to bring noticeable improvements to the city. Whether these measures will lead to lasting change remains to be seen, but the budget marks a decisive shift in Delhi’s governance approach.

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