The Rajasthan Budget 2026-27 is the talk of the town, and for good reason. With the Budget Session having kicked off on January 28, 2026, the state is bracing for significant financial reforms and welfare announcements.
📅 Key Dates to Remember
- Budget Session Start: January 28, 2026 (Started with the Governor’s address).
- Budget Presentation Date: February 11, 2026 (Expected date for the Finance Minister to table the budget).
- Budget Passage Goal: The government aims to pass the budget by the first week of March 2026 to accommodate upcoming local elections.
🚀 Rajasthan Budget 2026: Major Expectations & Updates
The Bhajan Lal Sharma-led government is expected to focus on a “Viksit Rajasthan” (Developed Rajasthan) vision, aligning with the national “Viksit Bharat 2047” goals.
1. Youth and Employment
Following the Union Budget’s lead, Rajasthan is likely to announce:
- Skill Development Hubs: New initiatives to bridge the gap between education and industry.
- Startup Ecosystem: Enhanced funding for local entrepreneurs and tech-driven startups in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
- Recruitment Transparency: Stronger measures to address OMR sheet irregularities and streamline government job exams.
2. Agriculture & Rural Development
Since a large part of Rajasthan’s economy is agrarian, expect:
- Increased MSP Support: Potential state-level incentives for farmers.
- Water Management: Expansion of the Chief Minister Jal Jeevan Mission to cover more rural households.
- Infrastructure: Allocations for new rural roads and cold storage facilities to reduce crop wastage.
3. Healthcare Infrastructure
- Medical Tourism: Plans to establish five regional medical hubs to attract international and domestic patients.
- Upgraded District Hospitals: Strengthening emergency and trauma care centers in every district.
- Cancer Care: Subsidies on expensive life-saving drugs and better screening facilities at the CHC level.
4. Infrastructure & Connectivity
- Textile Parks: Rajasthan is a strong contender for a Mega Textile Park, which could see massive state investment.
- Road Safety: Expansion of “Zero Accident Zones” on major highways like Jaipur-Agra and Jaipur-Kota.
- Green Energy: New incentives for solar and wind energy projects to maintain Rajasthan’s leadership in renewables.
📊 Fiscal Outlook
| Indicator | Projected Target (2026-27) |
| GSDP Growth Rate | ~14% – 16% (Estimated) |
| Fiscal Deficit | Target under 4% (Aiming for fiscal discipline) |
| Primary Focus | Infrastructure, Social Welfare, and IT |
🚀 राजस्थान बजट 2026 की प्रमुख विशेषताएं (Key Highlights)
1. युवाओं के लिए रोजगार का पिटारा
बजट का सबसे बड़ा आकर्षण युवाओं के लिए घोषित नई योजनाएं रहीं:
- रोजगार कैलेंडर: सरकार ने आगामी वर्ष के लिए 1 लाख से अधिक नई सरकारी भर्तियों का कैलेंडर जारी करने की घोषणा की है।
- युवा नीति 2026: स्टार्टअप्स को बढ़ावा देने के लिए बिना गारंटी के लोन और सब्सिडी का प्रावधान किया गया है।
- स्किल डेवलपमेंट: ‘मुख्यमंत्री कौशल विकास योजना’ के तहत औद्योगिक क्षेत्रों के पास कौशल केंद्र (Skill Hubs) स्थापित किए जाएंगे।
