Himachal and Haryana Budgets Chart Divergent Paths for Growth and Welfare

Himachal Pradesh emphasizes tourism, green energy, and rural support, while Haryana focuses on technological innovation, agriculture subsidies, and women’s welfare.

Himachal Pradesh's ₹58,514-crore budget aims to address fiscal challenges with a focus on tourism, green energy, and rural development, including eco-tourism hubs and a spice park in Hamirpur.
Haryana's ₹2.05 lakh crore budget prioritizes future-readiness with initiatives like the Haryana Artificial Intelligence Mission and the creation of a 'Department of Future.'
Himachal announced a ₹6 per liter hike in milk prices and a Minimum Support Price of ₹90 per kg for raw turmeric grown through natural farming methods.
Haryana allocated ₹5,000 crore for the Lado Lakshmi Yojana, providing ₹2,100 monthly assistance to women, and increased agricultural subsidies for paddy cultivation.
Both budgets have drawn political reactions, with opposition leaders critiquing fiscal strategies and questioning the allocation of resources.