UP Budget 2026 — Top 10 Big Announcements
₹65,926 Crore for Power Sector
Energy allocation increased by 8% to strengthen electricity infrastructure, supply reliability and grid expansion across the state.
Power Supply Improves Statewide
Average electricity availability reached 19 hrs (rural), 21h 49m (tehsil), and 24 hrs (district HQ) — signalling near-universal power stability.
82% Jump in Transmission Capacity
State transmission capacity expanded from 17,890 MW (2016-17) to 32,500 MW (2025-26), significantly boosting long-term power security.
Massive Irrigation Electrification Push
2,41,088 private tubewell connections issued since 2022, improving farm irrigation and rural productivity.
Dedicated Power for Farmers
4,048 agricultural feeders operational (out of 4,680 target), ensuring 10 hours of assured electricity for agriculture — among highest in India.
Power Infrastructure Expansion at Scale
Since 2022: 2,410 new substations built, 20,924 transformers installed, and 85,684 upgraded to improve grid efficiency and reduce outages.
₹22,676 Crore for Namami Gange & Rural Water
Major push for clean drinking water, river conservation, and rural water infrastructure.
2.43 Crore Rural Homes Get Tap Water
Out of 2.67 crore target households, functional tap connections already delivered to 2.43 crore families under rural water mission.
₹22,452 Crore for Jal Jeevan Mission (FY27)
Accelerated funding to achieve universal household tap connectivity and water infrastructure expansion.
74 Sewerage Projects to Protect Ganga
41 projects completed and operational, remaining under construction to stop untreated wastewater flow and keep Ganga pollution-free.
