Published: 17 February 2026DD News / NewSX / RegisterKaroRajasthan
Rajasthan Budget 2026-27: Finance Minister Diya Kumari Announces ₹6.11 Lakh Crore Outlay, 1 Lakh Jobs, and 42,000 km Road Development
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Rajasthan Budget 2026-27 presented on February 11, 2026 by Finance Minister Diya Kumari with ₹6.11 lakh crore outlay. Key highlights: ₹21 lakh crore economy target, 1 lakh jobs, 42,000 km road development, ₹10 lakh interest-free youth loans, 42,000 km roads, and Jodhpur-Pali-Marwar industrial corridor expansion.
Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Diya Kumari presented the Rajasthan Budget 2026-27 in the state assembly on February 11, 2026, with a total outlay of approximately ₹6.11 lakh crore. The budget, themed around 'Viksit Rajasthan', set a target to grow the state's economy to ₹21 lakh crore and generate 1 lakh new jobs in the financial year.
Key sectoral allocations: Under youth and employment, the Chief Minister Self-Employment Scheme was expanded to offer interest-free loans of up to ₹10 lakh with subsidies, targeting 1 lakh youth. New Techno Hubs were announced at a cost of ₹30 crore and a 'Dream Programme' for 50,000 college students was unveiled. In infrastructure, the budget allocated development of 42,000 km of roads with 250 Atal Pragati Paths at ₹500 crore. Work orders worth ₹24,000 crore were issued for drinking water projects with 3 lakh new tap connections and 6,500 villages to be connected under the 'Har Ghar Nal' scheme. In industrial development, new industrial parks worth ₹350 crore were announced along with 3,600 hectares in the Jodhpur-Pali-Marwar industrial corridor at ₹600 crore over two years.
The budget also announced enhanced allocations for agriculture (solar pumps, precision farming, dairy), social empowerment schemes for women and tribals, and expansion of digital infrastructure. This budget is the second by Finance Minister Diya Kumari under the Bhajanlal Sharma government and reflects the BJP-led government's priorities for the remaining tenure.
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Which Finance Minister presented Rajasthan Budget 2026-27?
Explanation · Correct answer CRajasthan Finance Minister Diya Kumari presented the Rajasthan Budget 2026-27.
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What is the total outlay of Rajasthan Budget 2026-27 and who presented it?
Rajasthan Budget 2026-27 was presented on February 11, 2026 by Finance Minister Diya Kumari with a total outlay of ₹6.11 lakh crore. Diya Kumari also serves as the Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan, and this was the second full budget of the Bhajanlal Sharma government.
What is the economic size target set in Rajasthan Budget 2026-27?
Rajasthan Budget 2026-27 targets growing the state's economy to ₹21 lakh crore, which would position Rajasthan among India's top-5 state economies. The budget outlines infrastructure, industrial, and employment measures to achieve this economic growth objective.
What employment and youth entrepreneurship provisions are announced in Rajasthan Budget 2026-27?
Rajasthan Budget 2026-27 announces the creation of 1 lakh (100,000) government jobs and provides interest-free loans of up to ₹10 lakh for youth entrepreneurs. These measures target both public sector employment and private enterprise development among Rajasthan's youth.
What is the Jodhpur-Pali-Marwar Industrial Corridor and its significance in Rajasthan Budget 2026-27?
The Jodhpur-Pali-Marwar Industrial Corridor is a planned industrial zone connecting three major districts in western Rajasthan to boost manufacturing and economic activity in the region. Its expansion in the 2026-27 budget reflects the government's focus on developing Rajasthan's industrial base beyond its traditional tourism and mining sectors.
What road development programme is announced in Rajasthan Budget 2026-27 and who is Diya Kumari?
Rajasthan Budget 2026-27 announces a 42,000 km road development programme to improve connectivity across the state. Diya Kumari is the Finance Minister and Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan under the BJP government led by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma.