Haryana Presents ₹2.23 Lakh Crore Budget
for 2026-27
The Haryana government has presented a budget of ₹2.23
lakh crore for the financial year 2026-27. This budget focuses on the state's
development, strengthening infrastructure, and promoting farmers, the youth,
and industries. Through this budget, the government aims to accelerate economic
growth and create new employment opportunities.
This represents an increase of 10.28% over the revised
estimates of ₹2,02,816 crore for the year 2025-26. The budget projects a fiscal
deficit of ₹40,293 crore (2.65% of GSDP). Additionally, a comprehensive roadmap
has been presented, focusing on AI, agriculture, women's empowerment,
industrial growth, and environmental sustainability.A total budget of ₹2,23,658.17
crore was presented for the year 2026-27, marking an increase of ₹20,841.51
crore—or 10.28%—compared to the ₹2,02,816.66 crore figure for 2025-26. Under
this budget, the fiscal deficit stands at ₹40,293.17 crore (2.65% of GSDP), the
revenue deficit at 0.87%, the effective revenue deficit at 0.41%, capital
expenditure at 1.86%, and effective capital expenditure at 2.32%.
Haryana Budget 2026-27: Key Fiscal Figures
Key Budget Highlights
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Total Budget Expenditure:
₹2,23,658 crore
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Increase compared to
2025-26: 10.28%
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Fiscal Deficit: ₹40,293
crore (2.65% of GSDP)
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Revenue Deficit: 0.87%
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Effective Revenue
Deficit: 0.41%
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Capital Expenditure:
1.86%
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Effective Capital
Expenditure: 2.32%
The government reiterated its objective of
transforming Haryana into a one-trillion-dollar economy by the year 2047.
Haryana AI Mission 2026: Allocation of
₹474 Crore
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An allocation of ₹474
crore has been made for the Haryana AI Mission.
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100,000 youths will
receive training in Artificial Intelligence. AI-based models will be integrated
into departmental services.
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Emphasis will be placed
on digital governance and innovation.
The objective of the Haryana AI Mission 2026 is to
establish the state as a technology-driven economy.
Water Secure Haryana Project and Yamuna
Mission
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The Haryana government
has allocated ₹5,715 crore for the 'Water Secure Haryana' project. The aim of
this project is to strengthen water security within the state and ensure the
efficient management of water resources.
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Additionally, under the
theme "Jal Hi Jeevan Hai" (Water is Life), a new mission has been
launched to eliminate pollution along the 313-kilometer stretch of the Yamuna
River. This initiative marks a significant step toward improving the river's
cleanliness, ecological balance, and the quality of drinking water.
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To promote environmental
sustainability, a decision has been taken to convert all government buildings
and registered *Gaushalas* (cow shelters) into solar-powered complexes.
Haryana Budget 2026-27: Women-Centric
Announcements
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In the Haryana Budget 2026-27,
special priority has been accorded to women's health and employment. A
'Workplace Safety Fund' of ₹5 crore has been established to enhance women's
participation in the workforce. An HPV vaccination drive will be conducted for
300,000 adolescent girls in the 14–15 age group.
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"Swasth Mahila,
Sashakt Parivar" (Healthy Woman, Empowered Family) clinics will be
established in every district and sub-divisional hospital to ensure that
comprehensive healthcare services are accessible to women. The subsidy provided
to employers for hiring local youth has been increased from ₹48,000 to ₹100,000
per employee per annum.
Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Measures
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To strengthen the
agricultural sector, a bonus of ₹2,000 per acre will be provided for pulses,
oilseeds, and cotton (excluding paddy). The incentive amount for indigenous
cotton varieties has been raised from ₹3,000 to ₹4,000 per acre. Certified
organic farmers will receive an annual grant of ₹10,000 per acre.
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A three-year scheme will
be implemented to conduct quality checks on 800,000 tube wells. Additionally,
Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and rural *Haat Mandis* (markets) will be
strengthened, and the compensation provided under the Horticulture Insurance
Scheme will be increased.
Power Sector Reforms: Haryana Agri Discom
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To enhance the efficiency
of the power distribution system, the Government of Haryana has announced the
formation of a third power distribution company—the Haryana Agri Discom. This
new entity will cater to 5,084 agricultural feeders and serve approximately
7.12 lakh agricultural consumers.
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Its primary objective is
to ensure a superior and uninterrupted power supply for farmers, while
simultaneously fostering specialized operational efficiency within the
agricultural sector. This reform is regarded as a significant step toward
strengthening the power distribution infrastructure for agriculture.
Industry, Employment, and Wage Policy
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An Empowerment Fund
amounting to ₹500 crore will be established for the revitalization of existing
industrial zones. Under the "Make in Haryana" policy, a decision has
been taken to discontinue the block-based classification system, thereby
providing industries with greater operational flexibility.
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A decision regarding the
proposal to raise the minimum wage from ₹11,257 to ₹15,200 per month is
currently pending. Model examination centers will be established in every
Legislative Assembly constituency, with the first such center targeted to
become operational in Kurukshetra by December 25, 2026.