India, Feb. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

Sl.No

FY

Fund Released (in.crores)

1

2022-23

Rs.11.40

2.

2023-24

Rs.27.33

3

2024-25

Rs.20.00

4

2025-26

Rs.53.50(as on 03.02.2026)

Total

Rs.112.23

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