2017 Budget of Uttar Pradesh
2017 Budget of Uttar Pradesh
The 2017 budget of Uttar Pradesh, presented by Finance Minister Rajesh Agarwal on February 22, 2017, marked a pivotal moment for the state's fiscal policy under the newly elected Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The budget totaled â¹3.84 lakh crore (approximately $58 billion), reflecting a 10% increase compared to the previous year. Key priorities included infrastructure development, healthcare, education, and agricultural enhancements, alongside initiatives to improve law and order. The allocation for social welfare programs aimed to empower marginalized communities, while significant emphasis was placed on job creation and industrial growth. The budget underscored the government's commitment to transforming Uttar Pradesh into a leading economic hub in India.