Madhya Pradesh Finance Minister Jagdish Devda presented a ₹4.38 lakh crore Budget for 2026-27, prioritising welfare, rural development, infrastructure expansion and sustainable economic growth.

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• The ₹4.38 lakh crore Budget was tabled in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly with emphasis on women’s welfare, farmer support, marginalised communities and long-term infrastructure advancement.

• The flagship Ladli Behna Yojana received ₹23,882 crore, reinforcing direct financial assistance to women and strengthening household economic stability across the state.

• In agriculture, one lakh subsidised solar irrigation pumps will be distributed, supporting Chief Minister Mohan Yadav’s renewable energy push and productivity enhancement.

• A target of ₹25,000 crore in Kisan loans was set, alongside promotion of natural farming and ₹40,000 crore earmarked for comprehensive rural infrastructure development.

• The PM Janman scheme received ₹9,000 crore, while Jal Jeevan Mission was allocated ₹4,454 crore to expand piped drinking water connectivity to households.

• Infrastructure investments include ₹12,690 crore for roads, ₹6,850 crore under PM Awas Yojana, and ₹21,561 crore for urban development initiatives.

• The energy sector gained strong backing with ₹34,650 million provision, establishment of a 604 megawatt unit, and development of 48 industrial parks across the state.

• The Budget reflects a vision of inclusive and self-reliant progress, balancing welfare commitments with industrial expansion despite global economic uncertainties