In preparation for the upcoming assembly elections, the Maharashtra government has approved a funding allocation of ₹217.6 crore for the development of 272 members of the state assembly. Each legislator will receive ₹80 lakh to support initiatives in their constituencies.
Maharashtra Cabinet Meeting Today, Major Decisions Expected Before Code Of Conduct For Assembly Elections 2024This decision was formalized on Monday, aiming to stimulate development efforts in the run-up to the elections. Under the Local Development Program, the government has set aside a total budget of ₹2,200 crore for the fiscal year 2024-25.
Mira-Bhayandar: CM Eknath Shinde Unveils Statue Of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj And Inaugurates Key Projects Ahead Of Assembly PollsThe Finance Department has granted administrative departments the authority to distribute this funding for development programs. Out of the allocated budget for 2024-25, ₹915 crore has been made available through the BIMS system, with ₹680.97 crore already distributed to all districts. Now, under the Local Development Program, each of the 272 legislators will oversee the allocation of ₹80 lakh, totaling ₹217.6 crore, under the jurisdiction of the respective district collectors.
