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Highest allocation for Soren 'freebies'

The New Indian Express Thiruvananthapuram

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March 04, 2025

AT the time when distribution of freebies is being scrutinised for its impact on national economy, Jharkhand's annual spending estimates on "freebies" for FY 2025-26 surpasses budget allocation for all other departments including health, education and rural sector.

- Mukesh Ranjan @Ranchi

Finance minister Radha Krishna Kishore on Monday tabled the annual Budget of ₹1,45,400 crore for FY 2025-26 in the Assembly, about 13% more than the last year.

The state government made a significant allocation for the 'Mukhyamantri Maiyan Samman Yojna' (JMMSY) and free electricity scheme.

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