Local self-government institutions in Kerala, which have been saddled with increasing responsibilities over the years, had something to cheer for in the State Budget as their plan outlay was enhanced to 28.09% of the State Plan Outlay. An amount of ₹8,532 crore has been earmarked as Plan share. In 2023, the share of local bodies was 27.19%, while it was 26.5% in 2022. Minister for LSGIs M.B. Rajesh lauded the Finance Minister for honouring the LDF’s commitment to increase the local body share despite financial constraints.
The outlay includes an amount of ₹180 crore for the ongoing Solid Waste Management Project being implemented in municipalities and corporations. Apart from this an amount of ₹4,131.19 crore as maintenance fund and ₹2,542.27 crore as general purpose fund are set apart.
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