Cabinet Decisions on Funding for Rural Roads, Health Cover, and E-Mobility
Cabinet Funding for Rural Roads and Health Cover
The Union cabinet on Wednesday approved projects worth over ₹1 trillion, emphasizing the development of rural roads, boosting e-mobility, and offering free health cover for senior citizens. This funding aims to enhance the ease of living and leverage infrastructure for economic growth.
Investment Details and Impact
- The largest outlay is allocated for rural roads amounting to ₹70,125 crore to be spent from FY25 to FY29, constructing 62,500 km of roads.
- Over 25,000 unconnected habitations will gain all-weather road connectivity, catalyzing socio-economic development.
- Health cover under the Ayushman Bharat PMJAY will include 45 million families, providing cashless health insurance of up to ₹5 lakh for senior citizens.
- Additionally, an outlay of ₹12,461 crore is allocated for renewable energy projects aimed at raising hydro capacity.
Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw noted that these decisions not only address immediate infrastructure needs but also target long-term sustainability and wellness in rural communities.
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