Lucknow, Feb. 21 -- The Uttar Pradesh government presented its fiscal year 2026 budget on Thursday, allocating Rs 8.08 lakh crore across key sectors with a significant emphasis on infrastructure development and social welfare.

Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Khanna introduced the budget in the state assembly, outlining substantial investments in education, healthcare, and agricultural development.

Infrastructure development emerged as the primary focus, receiving the largest share of Rs 1.79 lakh crore, representing 22 percent of the total budget.

This allocation encompasses multiple sectors, including Rs 61,070 crore for energy infrastructure, Rs 21,340 crore for irrigation projects, Rs 24,000 crore for industrial development, R...