Punjab budget 2026-27: ₹7,257cr for urban development
Punjab just dropped a massive ₹7,257 crore in its 2026-27 budget to give city life a serious boost: think smoother roads, better streetlights, improved water supply, and upgraded waste management.
The Municipal Development Fund alone increased from ₹225 crore in 2025-26 to ₹1,000 crore for the next fiscal (2026-27).
A budget provision of ₹500 crore has been proposed under the PMSIP, a canal-based surface water supply initiative; works under the project are already underway in Ludhiana and Amritsar.
AMRUT 2.0 and GIS mapping
This isn't just about shiny new projects: it means more reliable basic services and greener spaces in projects across 149 urban local bodies.
With funds going into the AMRUT 2.0 scheme and smart GIS mapping for real-time planning, Punjab's aiming for safer streets, cleaner water, and parks that actually stay green.
If you live in a city here (or plan to), these upgrades could make daily life noticeably easier, and maybe even more fun.