LUCKNOW, Aug. 4 -- Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Tuesday said the state's supplementary budget for 2026-27 would provide fresh momentum to balanced and inclusive development, with a strong focus on strengthening infrastructure in both rural and urban areas and promoting the welfare of farmers, youth, women and other sections of society.

Replying to a discussion on 48 budget heads and two supplementary demands in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council, Maurya said the budget reflected the government's commitment to development, good governance and public welfare.

He said it contained provisions aimed at expanding roads, drinking water, irrigation, housing, healthcare, education and employment opportunities in...