Madhya Pradesh's 2025-26 budget sees a 15% increase over the previous year, reaching Rs 4,21,032 crore. Despite no new taxes, several key schemes face cuts, including Ladli Behna Yojana. Major cuts are also seen in allocations for primary and secondary schools, and PM Gram Sadak Yojana.
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