Union Minister Clarifies Absence of State Names in Union Budget

Union Minister L Murugan clarified that the absence of specific state names in the Union Budget does not imply a lack of funds allocated to them. He highlighted significant allocations for Andhra Pradesh, including railway projects and a petroleum university, and reiterated Prime Minister Modi's commitment to the state.

Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, L Murugan, clarified on Saturday that the absence of a state's name in the Union Budget does not imply that funds were not allocated to them.

Murugan emphasized that states consistently receive "sufficient" funds from the Centre, citing examples of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh.

During a press conference, Murugan highlighted key allocations for Andhra Pradesh, including customs duty exemption on shrimp production, impetus to natural farming, Rs 168 crore for a petroleum university, and Rs 9,151 crore for railway projects. He reiterated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to Andhra Pradesh's development.

(With inputs from agencies.)