India, March 11 -- The Delhi Government is examining the introduction of a Green Budget aimed at balancing economic development with environmental protection. The Delhi Government is planning to launch the initiative in a situation where the national capital faces growing challenges from pollution, climate change, and rapid urbanisation.

According to government sources, the proposed Green Budget would ensure that a significant portion of government spending and development programmes is directed towards environmental priorities such as pollution control, clean energy, water conservation, biodiversity protection, and sustainable urban development. Officials said the initiative is being considered as part of a broader strategy to make envi...