Budget allocation for 'control of pollution' increases
Published on: Feb. 1, 2026, 9:33 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
The Union Budget 2026-27 boosts funding for pollution control initiatives. Allocations for schemes like the National Clean Air Programme and the Central Pollution Control Board have seen increases. The budget also earmarks funds for Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage projects. This move signals a commitment to environmental protection and a green transition.
