Ludhiana’s growth boost; Know what Punjab Budget 2025 has planned for the city

The ₹2.36 lakh crore budget of the Punjab government for 2025-26 sees substantial allocations for Ludhiana, solidifying its position as the state's industrial and economic hub. The budget is inclined towards infrastructure growth, green urban mobility, and industrial development to improve the livability and economic strength of the city.

Key announcements for Ludhiana

1. World-Class Roads & Urban Infrastructure

• Ludhiana is among the four cities set to get world-class roads in 50 km in the course of the coming year.
• ₹225 crore from the Punjab Municipal Development Fund will fund improvements to roads along with cleanliness, water supply, sewage, and streetlights across 166 of Punjab's cities and towns.
• ₹300 crore for the Punjab Municipal Services Improvement Project (PMSIP) to enhance Ludhiana urban governance, finance, and delivery of water services.

2. Sustainable & Modern Transportation

• 367 e-buses would be purchased during FY 2025-26 to facilitate greener and people-friendly public transportation in Punjab and Ludhiana.
• Construction of a civil bus depot infrastructure in Ludhiana to facilitate the expanding urban transport network.

3. MSMEs & Industrial Growth Boost

• ₹120 crore under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Scheme will assist small businesses with market access, financial support, and technology upgrades.
• A technology extension center shall be set up in major industrial centers to aid innovation and modernization.
• ₹10 crore for upgrading the R&S Centre and the Institute of Auto Parts & Hand Tools Technology (IAHT) in Ludhiana, further solidifying the city's top position in manufacturing and engineering.

Ludhiana, the industry hub of Punjab, is also going to be greatly benefited through these schemes as its infrastructure, urban facilities, and economic possibilities are going to be improved. The budget is reflective of the desire of the government to develop Ludhiana into a contemporary, eco-friendly, and business-hotel city.