New Delhi, Aug. 1 -- The Union Government on Saturday released an additional instalment of Rs 1,09,019 crore as tax devolution to state governments, ahead of the regular monthly transfer due on August 10, to help states step up capital spending and development works.

According to a Ministry of Finance release, the amount released on August 1 is "in addition to the normal monthly devolution to be released on 10th August 2026."

"This release is in line with the commitment of Government of India to strengthen the finances of States to accelerate their capital and developmental expenditure," the Ministry of Finance said in the release.

As per the ministry's state-wise distribution of net proceeds of Union taxes and duties for August 2026, ...