April 06, 2026

Government allocates Rs 22,236 crore for green push in Budget

By Pioneer News Service

The Delhi Government has earmarked Rs 22,236 crore for environmental initiatives under its 2026-27 Budget, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announcing a comprehensive “Green Budget” aimed at tackling pollution and building a sustainable future for the Capital.

The allocation accounts for about 21.44 per cent of the total state budget of Rs 1,03,700 crore, marking a significant policy shift towards environment-focused governance. The plan assigns responsibility to 17 departments and mandates that all Government spending be aligned with green objectives.

Announcing the initiative, the Chief Minister said the Government is moving from intent to execution by linking expenditure directly with environmental outcomes. She said all departmental spending will now be mapped against green goals to ensure accountability and measurable impact.

The Yamuna clean-up and water infrastructure have received the highest allocation, with Rs 6,485 crore assigned to the Delhi Jal Board. The funds will be used to improve water treatment capacity and address pollution in the river.

The Transport Department has been allocated Rs 4,758 crore to expand electric bus services and promote cleaner public transport. Officials said the move is aimed at reducing vehicular emissions, one of the major contributors to air pollution in the city.

The Public Works Department (PWD) will receive Rs 3,350 crore to address dust pollution and develop green infrastructure. Measures include improving road conditions and implementing systems to reduce dust levels.

To ensure coordinated planning, Rs 2,350 crore has been allocated to the Planning Department for designing and streamlining green projects. The Urban Development Department and the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board will jointly receive Rs 2,273 crore for targeted environmental interventions.

The Power Department has been allotted Rs 1,410 crore to promote renewable energy, including solar power. The government aims to expand clean energy adoption across sectors.

A dedicated “Green Fund” will support several other departments. The Environment Department has been allocated Rs 558 crore for pollution control programmes. The Irrigation and Flood Control Department will receive Rs 305 crore for water conservation initiatives.

The Development Department has been allocated Rs 258 crore to promote environmentally sustainable growth in rural areas.

The Forest Department will get Rs 181 crore for afforestation and wildlife conservation efforts. In addition, Rs 102 crore has been earmarked for the Tourism Department to promote eco-friendly tourism. The Education Department will receive Rs 100 crore to introduce green initiatives in schools.

Other allocations include Rs 42 crore for the Industries Department to address industrial pollution, Rs 31 crore for environmental improvements in hospitals under the Health Department, and Rs 23 crore for disaster management and green surveys under the Revenue Department.

The Government has also focused on capacity building. The Training and Technical Education Department has been allocated Rs 7 crore for green skill development, while Rs 2 crore has been set aside for the Higher Education Department to support environmental research.

The Chief Minister said the Green Budget represents a structured and phased approach to tackling environmental challenges. She emphasised that “Clean Delhi, Green Delhi” is now a policy framework rather than a slogan. She said the initiative establishes a system to address pollution, climate change and resource depletion through targeted spending. The Government aims to align public investment with sustainable development and biodiversity protection.

Officials said the Green Budget is expected to drive coordinated action across departments and deliver long-term environmental improvements in the national Capital.

Department-wise Budget Allocation