Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav presented the ₹3.22 lakh crore budget for the financial year 2025-26 in the State Assembly, outlining the government's vision for economic growth, welfare, and infrastructure development. The budget focuses on inclusive progress, fiscal responsibility, and strategic investment across multiple sectors.

Key Highlights of the AP Budget 2025-26:

Total Budget Size: The ₹3.22 lakh crore budget reflects the government's commitment to balanced economic growth while ensuring social welfare programs remain robust.

Welfare & Social Schemes: A significant portion of the budget is dedicated to healthcare, education, and direct benefit transfers (DBT), reinforcing the government's promise to support underprivileged communities.

Infrastructure Development: Investments in roads, highways, ports, airports, and smart cities are a priority to enhance connectivity and attract investments.

Agriculture & Rural Development: Financial assistance and subsidies for farmers, irrigation projects, and modernizing the agricultural sector are key focus areas to boost productivity and rural livelihoods.

Education & Skill Development: Increased funding is allocated for new schools, digital education initiatives, and scholarships, ensuring that students receive quality education and skill training.

Healthcare Sector: Strengthening public hospitals, setting up new medical colleges, and ensuring affordable healthcare for all citizens is a major focus.

Technology & Digital Transformation: Initiatives aimed at IT development, AI, and smart governance are part of the roadmap to make Andhra Pradesh a tech-driven state.

Industrial Growth & Employment: The government aims to boost industrialization and create job opportunities by providing incentives for startups, MSMEs, and large-scale industries.

Fiscal Management: Minister Payyavula Keshav emphasized prudent financial management, ensuring that the state remains on a path of sustainable development without excessive debt burden.

The 2025-26 budget highlights Andhra Pradesh’s vision for progress, economic stability, and citizen-centric governance, setting the stage for growth and prosperity in the state.