look news india
News India Live, Digital Desk: Yogi Adityanath government of Uttar Pradesh is going to present the last full budget of its second term. Since assembly elections are to be held in 2027, this budget ‘Election Blueprint’ Being seen as. Finance Minister Suresh Khanna this time Rs 9 lakh crore Can present a budget of Rs 8.08 lakh crore, which will be about 10% bigger than last year’s Rs 8.08 lakh crore.
Current status of the budget: How much passes, how much spends?
The analysis of the performance of the last financial year (2025-26) and the upcoming targets is as follows:
| Description | Figures (approximate) |
|---|---|
| Previous budget size (2025-26) | ₹8,08,337 crore |
| Expenditures so far (till February 2026) | ₹4,28,495 crore (91% of the amount released) |
| Upcoming Budget Estimates (2026-27) | ₹9,00,000 crore+ |
| budget presentation date | 11 February 2026 (11 am) |
5 main focus areas of Budget 2026-27 (Allocations)
Infrastructure: The largest share of the budget is expected to be allocated for expressways, the next phase of Jewar airport and metro expansion (Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra).
Religious Tourism: After Ayodhya, Kashi and Mathura, there will now be a provision of special fund for the rejuvenation of religious places like Naimisharanya and Vindhyachal.
Youth and Employment: To prevent incidents of paper leaks, the budget can be increased for new technology and distribution of tablets/smartphones to the youth.
Women Empowerment: There will be emphasis on ‘Kanya Sumangala Yojana’ and expansion of pink booths for women’s safety.
Agriculture: There is a possibility of huge allocation for payment of dues of sugarcane farmers and free irrigation power.
Complete schedule of budget session (Timeline)
9 February: Inauguration of the session, address of Governor Anandiben Patel.
11 February: By Finance Minister Suresh Khanna Budget 2026-27 Presentation of.
12-13 February: Discussion on the Governor’s address and Chief Minister’s reply.
16-19 February: Detailed discussion on departmental budget.
20 February: Passage of the budget and conclusion of the session.
Reporter’s opinion: Why is this budget special?
This budget is not just a game of numbers, but ‘Mission 2027’ Is the foundation of. Government aims to boost UP’s economy 1 trillion dollars We have to move rapidly towards making it. The state share of about Rs 4.26 lakh crore received from the Center has further strengthened the hands of the UP government, due to which the hopes of populist announcements have increased.
