Bihar Budget to Focus on Agriculture and IT: Samrat Choudhary
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Synopsis
Bihar's Finance Minister Samrat Choudhary announced that the upcoming 2025-26 budget will prioritize agriculture and IT sectors, emphasizing growth and innovation. Discussions with various stakeholders have shaped the budget's framework, aiming to boost the state's economy and enhance facilities for farmers and industrialists.
Key Takeaways
- Bihar's 2025-26 budget will prioritize agriculture and IT.
- Stakeholder discussions have informed the budget process.
- Government aims for economic growth through innovation.
- Focus on improving facilities for farmers.
- Consultations held for industrial sector requirements.
Patna, Jan 21 (NationPress) Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Samrat Choudhary has revealed that the forthcoming state budget for 2025-26 will focus on the agriculture and IT sectors.
In a media briefing in Patna on Tuesday, Choudhary underscored the government's dedication to promoting growth and innovation in these essential sectors to enhance the state’s development.
He disclosed that prior discussions regarding the budget have involved ministers from various departments, government officials, industrialists, intellectuals, and the residents of Patna.
"The state budget for 2025-26 will be formulated based on these discussions, prioritising agriculture and IT sectors," he stated.
Choudhary noted that industrialists have provided valuable insights and perspectives, which will be integrated into the budget framework.
He stressed the importance of aligning with the Central government’s innovative budgeting strategies.
“The Central government is also pursuing innovative measures in its budget, and we will take a similar approach. Particularly in agriculture, industry, and IT sectors, the government will strive to maximize efforts,” Choudhary articulated.
Through these initiatives, the Bihar government aims to enhance its economy by harnessing the potential of agriculture and IT to stimulate growth, create jobs, and attract investments in the state.
By integrating feedback from various stakeholders, the government aspires to develop a more inclusive and growth-focused budget.
The budget session of the Bihar Legislative Assembly is scheduled to begin shortly, coinciding with the Union Budget session in the Lok Sabha, which kicks off on January 31.
Choudhary emphasized the vast development opportunities within the agriculture sector, pointing out the government's ongoing initiatives to reform it.
“Farmers should receive adequate facilities to double their income. Collaborative action plans have been devised to achieve this objective,” Choudhary mentioned.
He highlighted the necessity of providing irrigation facilities and electricity, noting that while significant advancements have been achieved in these domains, further efforts are essential to complete the work within this year.
Regarding the industrial sector, consultations with stakeholders have been held to pinpoint the requirements for enhancing industries in Bihar.
