Odisha Budget 2025-26: CM Majhi Presents ₹2.9 Lakh Crore Plan

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi unveiled the state’s budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 on Monday, presenting a total outlay of ₹2.9 lakh crore. This marks his first full-fledged budget since assuming office in June 2024. The budget focuses on strengthening key sectors such as agriculture, infrastructure, healthcare, education, and social welfare.

Key Sectoral Allocations

Agriculture & Farmer Welfare

• ₹37,838 crore earmarked for the agriculture sector.
• ₹2,020 crore allocated for CM KISAN Yojana.
• ₹600 crore set aside for Shree Anna Abhiyan to boost millet cultivation.
• ₹695 crore allocated for crop diversification initiatives.
• ₹164 crore for Mukhyamantri Kamdhenu Yojana supporting livestock development.

Irrigation & Water Management

• ₹850 crore dedicated to the renovation of Hirakud Dam.
• ₹1,315 crore for the Water Sector Infrastructure Development Programme.
• ₹1,786 crore allocated for the Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP).
• ₹1,318 crore to fund the Parbati Giri Mega Lift Projects.

Urban & Rural Development

• ₹13,000 crore designated for Bhubaneswar under the City Road Decongestion Yojana, including an outer ring road.
• ₹1,100 crore for Mukhyamantri Sahari Vikas Yojana aimed at urban development.
• ₹7,000 crore allocated to Jal Jeevan Mission for rural water supply.
• ₹2,603 crore set aside for Antyodaya Gruha Yojana for housing initiatives.
• ₹4,500 crore for Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin).

Healthcare & Social Security

• ₹6,249 crore allocated to Gopabandhu Jana Arogya Yojana.
• ₹3,881 crore for Mukhya Mantri Swasthya Seva Mission.
• ₹997 crore for the NIRMAL initiative promoting hygiene and sanitation.
• ₹5,370 crore for Madhubabu Pension Yojana.
• ₹1,016 crore for Indira Gandhi National Pension Scheme.

Education & Skill Development

• ₹2,960 crore for the Godabarisha Mishra Adarsha Prathamika Vidyalaya initiative.
• ₹646 crore under Mukhya Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (MM POSHAN).
• ₹4,681 crore for Samagra Siksha programme.
• ₹450 crore allocated for scholarships to students from marginalized communities.

Infrastructure & Transport

• ₹2,300 crore for railway infrastructure projects.
• ₹2,382 crore allocated for civil aviation development.
• ₹6,502 crore for road development projects.
• ₹1,085 crore under Gramanchal Paribahan for rural transport.
• ₹1,266 crore for the Atal Bus Stand project.

 Industry & Energy

• ₹284 crore for MSME development and assistance.
• ₹1,033 crore for the Mukhya Mantri Shakti Bikash Yojana.
• ₹1,093 crore under Odisha Akshaya Shakti Bikash Yojana.

Tourism & Cultural Development

• ₹820 crore to promote tourism initiatives.
• ₹332 crore for tourism publicity and information dissemination.
• ₹250 crore allocated to the Bakula Bana Unnayana project.
• ₹30 crore for the Shri Jagannath Darshan Yojana.

Revenue & Financial Overview

The budget estimates a revenue receipt of ₹2,32,000 crore, with state tax revenues contributing ₹66,000 crore, non-tax revenues at ₹60,000 crore, and central transfers amounting to ₹1,06,000 crore. Capital receipts, including public debt and recoveries, are projected at ₹58,000 crore.

This budget underscores Odisha’s commitment to holistic development, with a strong focus on rural upliftment, infrastructure expansion, and welfare schemes aimed at enhancing the quality of life for its citizens.