In a bold statement of intent, Madhya Pradesh’s Finance Minister Jagdish Devda presented a staggering Rs 4.65 lakh crore budget in the state assembly—the biggest in its history. Presented without a single new tax burden, this third budget of the Mohan Yadav administration zeroes in on empowering the state’s vibrant youth, resilient farmers, and dynamic women, setting the stage for accelerated development.
With youth forming 62% of the working-age population, the government is rolling out aggressive hiring: 22,500 police constables and 19,000 anganwadi workers. Coupled with employment melas and education-linked job programs, these measures aim to bridge the opportunity gap for millions.
Agriculture takes center stage as the minister hailed the sector’s golden era. MP dominates national production charts in key crops and holds the top spot for foodgrain storage. Declaring 2026 as Farmers’ Welfare Year, initiatives link farming to high-value sectors like fisheries and livestock, while Rs 12,000 yearly aid per family via dual schemes promotes organic practices.
Social welfare extends to marginalized communities, with dedicated funds for STs and SCs comprising 37% of the population. Women’s strides are evident in self-help groups, police roles, petrol pumps, and sports. Ladli Behna reaches 1.25 crore with monthly stipends totaling Rs 23,000+ crore, revitalizing Ladli Laxmi 2.0, and expanding maternal support schemes.
Development infrastructure gets a turbo boost: hybrid models ensure quality roads, with ambitious targets for new constructions, renewals, and damaged bridge repairs. The ‘tap water to every home’ drive underscores rural transformation. This comprehensive budget charts a visionary path, blending welfare with growth for all Madhya Pradesh residents.