FM Sitharaman proposes 'East Coast Industrial Corridor', 5 tourism destinations in 'Purvodaya' States in Union Budget
The Hindu
FM Sitharaman proposes an East Coast Industrial Corridor and five tourism destinations in Purvodaya states in the Union Budget.
The government on Sunday (February 1, 2026) proposed the development of an 'East Coast Industrial Corridor' with a well-connected node at Durgapur in West Bengal, and creation of five tourism destinations in five 'Purvodaya' States.
Presenting the Union Budget 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also proposed to launch a scheme for the development of Buddhist circuits in six northeastern States— Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura.
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In her speech, she made a slew of announcements on a range of sectors, including agriculture, finance, health, employment, industry and tourism.
"I propose the development of an East Coast Industrial Corridor with a well-connected node at Durgapur, creation of five tourism destinations in five Purvodaya States, and the provision of 4,000 e-buses," Ms. Sitharaman said.
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