U.P. Government Presents ₹9.12 Lakh Crore Budget for 2026-27; Focus on Growth, Welfare and Fiscal Stability
The Government of Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday unveiled its largest-ever state budget for the financial year 2026-27, with a total outlay of ₹9,12,696.35 crore. The budget was presented in the Assembly by Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
The spending plan emphasizes education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure expansion, industrial growth and sustainable development, while also maintaining fiscal discipline and long-term economic stability.
Read this: Uttar Pradesh Budget 2026–27: Full Analysis, Highlights & Sector-Wise Breakdown
Largest Budget in State’s History
According to the Finance Minister, the budget is about 12.9% higher than last year and reflects the state’s improving financial capacity and investment-friendly environment.
Sector-wise allocation highlights:
| Sector | Allocation Share |
|---|---|
| Education | 12.4% |
| Health & Medical Services | 6% |
| Agriculture & Allied Activities | 9% |
| Capital Expenditure | 19.5% |
Mr. Khanna said the financial plan provides a balanced approach combining development, financial discipline and future preparedness.
Infrastructure and Industrial Development Push
The government has proposed major investments to strengthen connectivity and industry:
- ₹27,103 crore for infrastructure and industrial schemes
- ₹5,000 crore for Mukhyamantri Industrial Area Expansion Scheme
- ₹34,468 crore for roads and bridges construction and widening
- ₹100 crore incentive policy for foreign investors and Fortune-500 companies
Under the Defence Industrial Corridor, agreements for nearly 200 defence units have been signed, expected to bring:
- ₹35,280 crore investment
- About 53,263 direct jobs
Youth Empowerment and Digital Access
The government will continue distributing digital devices under the Swami Vivekanand Yuva Sashaktikaran Yojana:
- ₹2,374 crore allocated
- Tablets and smartphones for students
The initiative aims to improve digital literacy and skill readiness among youth.
Healthcare Expansion
The budget proposes major expansion in medical infrastructure:
- ₹14,997 crore for medical education
- ₹1,023 crore for 14 new medical colleges
- ₹315 crore for Cancer Institute, Lucknow
- ₹130 crore for free treatment of incurable diseases
- ₹37,956 crore for health and family welfare
- ₹500 crore for Chief Minister Jan Arogya Yojana
Currently, the state has 81 medical colleges (45 government, 36 private).
Agriculture and Farmers Support
Key farmer-oriented measures include:
- ₹637.84 crore to convert diesel pumps to solar pumps
- ₹150 crore revolving fund for Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs)
- ₹75 crore state contribution to the fund
- Credit limit up to ₹50 lakh per eligible FPO
The scheme aims to reduce fuel costs and promote clean energy use in farming.
Tourism and Regional Economy
To promote religious tourism:
- ₹150 crore for development of tourism facilities in Ayodhya region
The government expects the move to boost employment and strengthen the local economy.
Vision of a Trillion-Dollar Economy
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath described the budget as a milestone toward a “Developed Uttar Pradesh” aligned with the national development vision.
He expressed confidence that the spending plan will:
- Accelerate investments
- Generate employment
- Empower women
- Strengthen agriculture
- Support public welfare
The state aims to become a $1 trillion economy by 2029-30.
Conclusion
The Uttar Pradesh Budget 2026-27 blends welfare spending with large-scale capital investment. By prioritizing infrastructure, healthcare expansion, industrial growth and rural development, the government seeks to maintain economic momentum while ensuring inclusive growth.
The budget positions the state for rapid transformation over the next decade, with the trillion-dollar economy target as its central objective.
