Central govt sanctions Rs 821 crore for Delhi's development
Gupta said 66% of the sanctioned amount under the Special Assistance to States/UTs for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme 2025-26 was already released as the first instalment, enabling the "immediate commencement" of key projects. The funds will be utilised for critical public service sectors, including health, education, housing, drinking water, electricity and transport. While Rs 716 crore has been earmarked for 33 major infrastructure projects, the remaining Rs 105 crore will be used for the priority corridor of MRTS Phase-IV.
The chief minister was informed about the scheme by Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman when the former called on her earlier this month. Govt subsequently sent a proposal in compliance with all procedures, and seamless coordination with the Union ministry of finance ensured expeditious approval.
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The SASCI scheme was launched in 2020–21 for economic revival, required after the Covid-19 pandemic. The states and union territories are provided with interest-free loans for 50 years to support capital expenditure.
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Thanking Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union home minister Amit Shah and Sitharaman, Gupta said the allocation of funds would help in laying a strong foundation for realising the vision of a 'developed Delhi', aligned with the Centre's goal of a 'developed India'. She added that Delhi govt would continue to seek additional allocations to ensure the comprehensive development of the capital.
The chief minister stated that these projects would strengthen essential public services, urban mobility and civic amenities while also generating employment and boosting economic activity. Gupta said that her govt would ensure the implementation of all projects in a "time-bound, transparent and quality-driven manner" to deliver direct benefits to the citizens of Delhi.
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