Initiatives to attain self-sufficiency in agriculture, women empowerment, and employment generation received maximum attention in the Kollam district panchayat’s Budget for 2022-23.
The Budget showing a revenue of ₹183.41 crore, expenditure of ₹175.73 crore, and surplus of ₹7.67 crore was presented by vice-president V. Sumalal here on Wednesday. While the Budget envisages innovative projects, including setting up of meteorological centres in selected schools, it also features several environment-friendly projects.
“Hospitals will be upgraded, industrial sector will be developed and jobs will be created. The tourism sector will be brought to global attention,” said Ms. Sumalal, presenting the Budget.
