Chhattisgarh Budget 2026-27 | 26 Feb 2026

Why in News?

  • The Government of Chhattisgarh presented the Budget 2026–27 in the State Legislative Assembly, where Finance Minister O. P. Choudhary unveiled a ₹1.72 lakh crore ‘Sankalp Budget’ under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai.

Key Points:

  • Budget Framework & Vision: The budget is framed around SANKALP, which builds upon the pillars of GYAN (Poor, Youth, Farmers, Women) and GATI (Governance, Infrastructure, Technology, Industry).
    • S – Samaveshi Vikas (Inclusive Development): Ensuring that growth benefits all sections of society, especially women, farmers, youth, tribal communities, and marginalised groups.
    • A – Adhosanrachna (Infrastructure): Expanding physical and digital infrastructure including roads, water resources, education cities, healthcare facilities and connectivity to drive economic activity. 
    • N – Nivesh (Investment): Attracting investment to boost industrial growth, job creation, and economic diversification.
    • K – Kushal Manav Sansadhan (Skilled Human Resources): Prioritising skill development and education to build a future-ready workforce.
    • A – Antyodaya (Upliftment of the Marginalised): Targeting programmes that uplift the poorest and most vulnerable segments, including tribal belts and remote regions. 
    • L – Livelihood: Enhancing rural and urban livelihoods through farm support, MSME growth, tourism development, and employment schemes.
    • P – Policy to Results (Policy se Parinam tak): Ensuring effective implementation and measurable outcomes on ground.
  • Fiscal Position (₹ Crore):
    • Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP): 7,09,553
    • Total Receipts: 1,72,000
    • Total Expenditure: 1,72,000
    • Revenue Expenditure: 1,45,000
    • Capital Expenditure: 26,500
    • Capex to Budget: 15.4%
    • Capex to GSDP: 3.7%
    • Revenue Deficit: 2,000
    • Fiscal Deficit: 20,400
    • Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP: 2.87%
  • Flagship Yojna  (₹ Crore):
    • Krishak Unnati Yojana: 10,000
    • Mahatari Vandan Yojana: 8,200
    • Jal Jeevan Mission – 3,000 Crore
    • National Health Mission – 2,000 Crore
    • Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana – 1,725 Crore
    • Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan – 1,500 Crore
    • Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) – 825 Crore
    • Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana – 820 Crore
    • Deendayal Upadhyaya Landless Agricultural Laborer Welfare Scheme – 600 Crore
    • Samagra Vikas Yojana (Rural Development) – 300 Crore
  • Provisions for Major Departments:
    • 22,360 Crore for School Education
    • 16,560 Crore for Panchayat and Rural Development
    • 13,507 Crore for Agriculture
    • 12,820 Crore for Food and Civil Supplies
    • 11,000 Crore for Women and Child Development
    • 9,451 Crore for Public Works
    • 9,015 Crore for Energy
  • Social Sector & Welfare: 
    • Health, Nutrition & Family Welfare: Over ₹3,500 crore allocated to strengthen healthcare, including major schemes under Ayushman Bharat and National Health Mission.
    • Cashless medical treatment scheme for government employees with ₹100 crore provision.
    • New district hospitals and specialised health institutions (e.g., cancer and cardiac centres) are planned, along with improved rural healthcare infrastructure.
  • Women & Child Development: Rani Durgavati Scheme: Girls to receive ₹1.5 lakh on turning 18 as long-term financial support.
    • 50% exemption in property registration fees for women encourages asset ownership.
    • Enhanced pensions and welfare schemes with ₹1,400 crore allocation. 
    • Expansion of maternal and child welfare programs and Anganwadi services strengthen early childhood nutrition.
    • Mahatari Support: Substantial allocation for maternal welfare and nutrition schemes to improve maternity and early childhood outcomes.
      • Construction of 250 Mahatari Sadans and an OBC girls’ hostel in Raipur with 200 seats.
  • Education & Skill Development:  
    • Education Cities proposed in sensitive regions like Abujhmad and Jagargunda to improve access and quality.
    • Highest allocations to the School Education Department, including ₹22,000 crore.
    • Funds for university grants, ITIs, and polytechnic modernisation to boost human capital formation.
    • New missions such as AI Mission, Nipun Mission, and Sports Excellence Mission have been introduced to drive innovation, skill building, and competitiveness.
  • Infrastructure & Connectivity: 
    • ₹9,450 crore for public works focused on road expansion.
    • ₹200 crore for the Chief Minister’s Rapid Road Connectivity Scheme.
    • Water resources & drinking water schemes totalling ₹3,500 crore for irrigation and rural water supply.
    • Enhancement of regional airports (Bilaspur, Ambikapur, Jagdalpur) with dedicated funds to strengthen connectivity.
    • Power infrastructure expansion with new substations and rooftop solar initiatives.
  • Agriculture & Rural Development: 
    • ₹10,000 crore under Krishak Unnati Yojana to boost agricultural productivity and income.
    • Irrigation projects like the Matnar and Deurgaon Barrages (₹2,024 crore) are designed to boost irrigation coverage, especially in previously under-served areas.
    • Support to landless agricultural households enhances livelihood security. 
  • Tribal, Bastar & Regional Focus: A major thrust is on inclusive development in historically marginalised areas such as Bastar and Surguja:
    • Targeted upliftment in Bastar and Surguja through infrastructure, livelihoods, education, and culture initiatives like the Bastar–Surguja Olympics.
    • Additional security measures, including 1,500 new Bastar Fighter posts, to promote peace and development.
  • Industrial Growth & Economic Expansion: 
    • ₹250 crore provision for establishing 23 new industrial parks to boost investments and employment.
    • Strong push for MSMEs, start-ups, and investment missions to strengthen industrial growth.
    • Tourism development funds and support for Mainpat and other destinations aim to diversify economic opportunities.
    • Focus on sustainable development with environmental and green initiatives integrated into economic planning.
  • Fiscal Social Balance: Nearly 40% of the budget is reserved for social sector development, 36% for economic activity, and the rest for administrative and general services. This balanced allocation aims to ensure welfare and growth go hand-in-hand.
  • Mission-Led Growth Initiatives: to modernise governance, support innovation, and create jobs in emerging sectors.
    • Chief Minister AI Mission

    • Tourism Development Mission

    • Sports Excellence Mission

    • Infrastructure Mission

    • Startup & Skill Mission

  • Environmental & Forest Development: 

    • Allocation for forest conservation with plans for 1,000 forest department jobs and significant funding for sanctuary and eco-tourism development.
    • Emphasis on sustainable and green economic growth initiatives.
  • Significance: The Chhattisgarh Budget 2026–27, themed ‘SANKALP’, provides a comprehensive blueprint for socio-economic transformation by strengthening agriculture, healthcare, education, infrastructure, industry, tribal welfare, women empowerment, and sustainable development. With a balanced approach between welfare spending and economic stimulation, the budget aims to propel the state toward inclusive growth and long-term prosperity.