Far-Western Province Government Prepares Revised Budget Based on Previous Ceiling
Summary
The Far-Western Province government is revising its budget for the current fiscal year based on the previous ceiling and new project selection criteria. Chief Minister Khagraj Bhatta has urged lawmakers to recommend larger, more realistic projects as the province faces lower-than-expected revenue.
Key Points
- The Far-Western Province government is preparing a revised budget after the earlier budget failed to pass the Provincial Assembly.
- The new plan will prioritize capital projects under the Province Project Selection Criteria, 2083, with minimum ceilings set for roads, bridges, drinking water, irrigation, embankments, and drainage.
- Chief Minister Khagraj Bhatta told CPN Parliamentary Party members that the government wants to cut small, fragmented projects and align plans with actual revenue.
- The province’s estimated income of about Rs 33.13 billion is lower than the previously proposed budget of Rs 37.70 billion, forcing a reassessment of spending plans.
