The Gilgit-Baltistan government announced the GB Budget 2024-25 on Monday. The total budget amounts to Rs1.402 trillion for the fiscal year 2024-25.
Budget Breakdown
In the provincial assembly, GB Finance Minister Engineer Ismail presented the GB Budget 2024-25. He disclosed that Rs86.6 billion is set aside for non-development expenditures. Development projects will receive Rs34.5 billion.
Development Budget Details
The development budget in the GB Budget 2024-25 includes Rs20 billion for the annual development programme. Additionally, Rs13.5 billion is allocated for federal government projects.
Wheat Subsidy and Relief Measures
A significant Rs19.07 billion is earmarked for the wheat subsidy. This aims to provide relief to the people of GB.
Sector-wise Allocations
Education and Health:
- Education: Rs1.37 billion
- Health: Rs1.52 billion
Agriculture and Food:
- Agriculture: Rs597.9 million
- Food: Rs998 million
Mineral Resources:
- Mineral Resources: Rs110 million
Other Key Departments:
- Irrigation: Rs1.728 billion
- Forestry and Environment: Rs1.524 billion
- Rural Development: Rs1.19 billion
- Information Technology: Rs1.316 billion
Technical and Social Welfare
- Technical Education: Rs7.763 billion
- Social Welfare: Rs3.632 billion
Infrastructure and Power
- Power: Rs2.88 billion
- Communication: Rs5.63 billion
Law and Order
- Prison Department: Rs536.8 million
- Law Department: Rs192.6 million
- Excise and Taxation: Rs57.4 million
Salary Increase
The finance minister announced an adhoc relief in salaries. Grade 1-16 government employees will see a 25% increase. For grade 18 and above, there is a 20% increase.
