Uttarakhand has registered a remarkable financial achievement, as detailed in the recent report by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG). The report highlights a revenue surplus of ₹5,310 crore for the fiscal year 2022-23. This places Uttarakhand in the company of states that have successfully recorded a revenue surplus during the same fiscal period. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed his satisfaction with the outcome. He stated that this accomplishment, as reported in the CAG report, is a direct result of Uttarakhand’s effective governance policies. He further explained that the state has taken decisive measures, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a developed India, to fortify its financial standing. The Chief Minister emphasized that this achievement is more than just figures; it signifies a significant stride toward Uttarakhand’s economic self-reliance and a prosperous future. The government is committed to building a developed and self-reliant Uttarakhand, guided by policies of transparency, accountability, and financial discipline.
Key findings from the CAG report:
* Revenue Surplus: Uttarakhand recorded a surplus of ₹5,310 crore in the fiscal year 2022-23.
* Overall Progress: The accomplishment underscores a substantial improvement in the state’s financial condition.
* Economic Strength: Uttarakhand has demonstrated robust financial management after previously being grouped with financially weaker states.
* Positive Economic Change: The state achieved this milestone through vigilant financial management and transparent policies, despite earlier challenges related to financial discipline.