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The Uttar Pradesh government made a significant move earlier this week by deciding to fully fund the AMRUT 2.0 scheme in the state's economically disadvantaged urban local bodies. Launched in late 2021 with a five-year horizon, the programme targets improved water supply, sewerage, and green spaces in 762 urban areas. While the central government has committed INR 8,161 crore towards the INR 24,000 crore project, the state will now bear a larger share of the remaining expenses. This decision aims to support newly formed and smaller councils lacking adequate revenue, ensuring equitable urban infrastructure development statewide.
A major decision authorizing the Urban Development Department to carry out the remaining stages of the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0 scheme was approved by the Uttar Pradesh cabinet earlier this week. Launched in October 2021 with an anticipated completion period of five years, the programme is scheduled to conclude in 2026. Advertisement
AMRUT 2.0 focuses on improving urban infrastructure across 762 urban local bodies (ULBs) within the state. The initiative includes providing free water connections, setting up sewerage systems in 60 cities with populations exceeding 100,000, and developing green spaces such as parks and Amrit Sarovars to enhance urban living conditions. The overall estimated cost for the scheme is INR 24,000 crore, of which the central government has committed INR 8,161 crore.
Initially, the remaining financial responsibility was to be shared between the Uttar Pradesh government and the individual ULBs. However, while major municipal corporations in 17 large cities have successfully strengthened their revenue base, many smaller and newly formed town councils continue to struggle with limited financial resources. Understanding these challenges, the state government has resolved to bear a larger portion of the costs to ensure smooth implementation and delivery of quality urban services across all towns.
An official from the Urban Development Department explained that the newer councils require substantial support, as it will take considerable time for them to achieve financial autonomy and improve their revenue streams. This move aims to level the playing field so that infrastructural benefits reach even the less financially equipped areas.
Over the past five years, Uttar Pradesh has demonstrated a strong commitment to urbanisation, creating 35 new ULBs and expanding the boundaries of 62 existing ones. This expansion highlights the government's focus on accelerating urban development and strengthening governance at the local level.
By addressing financial disparities among local bodies, the state is paving the way for sustainable and inclusive urbanisation. This strategic move not only promises to enhance living standards in smaller towns but also establishes a model for supporting emerging urban centres as they mature financially and administratively.
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