The government will concentrate on developing tier II and tier III cities, including temple towns.

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Budget 2026: Government to focus on tier II, III cities, temple towns which need modern infrastructure, says Sitharaman
The government plans to focus on developing tier II and tier III cities, including temple towns, by providing them with modern infrastructure and basic amenities. A budget of Rs 5000 crore per city economic region is proposed over five years. This initiative aims to boost economic growth by enhancing the urban potential of these smaller cities, which is significant for candidates preparing for competitive exams.
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A budget of Rs 5000 crore per city economic region is proposed over five years.
This initiative aims to boost economic growth by enhancing urban potential of these smaller cities.
The focus is on providing modern infrastructure and basic amenities to these areas.
This is a significant policy announcement for candidates preparing for competitive exams.
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