Fiscal Reset: 16th Finance Commission scraps revenue deficit grants
Published on: Feb. 1, 2026, 11:18 p.m. | Source: The Financial Express
The 16th Finance Commission has suggested removing revenue deficit grants for specific sectors and states, as they have not helped improve the issue. States should focus on increasing revenue and reducing expenses, including committed spending and subsidies. Despite increased funding, some states still face high revenue deficits. | financialexpress.com
