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With the Himachal Pradesh Budget 2026–27 set to be presented tomorrow, BJP Social Media Co-Convenor Shrey Awasthi has raised serious questions regarding the Congress-led state government’s intent and priorities on youth employment, women empowerment, and long-term development.
Awasthi stated that as the budget is about to be announced, the people of Himachal—especially the youth and women—are asking whether the Congress government will truly address their concerns or continue with announcements that lack long-term impact.
Raising five key questions, he asked:
- Where is the Startup & Innovation Ecosystem?
Despite allocating ₹650 crore for the e-taxi scheme, will the government also focus on creating a strong ecosystem for innovation, research, and startups for educated youth such as BTech, MTech, MBA, PhD and graduates etc.? - Will Women Get Long-Term Empowerment?
With 25% reservation for women being talked about, will the budget ensure stable and permanent employment opportunities, or will the focus remain on short-term contractual roles? - What is the Roadmap Beyond Direct Benefit Schemes?
While financial assistance schemes have been announced, will the upcoming budget strengthen their implementation and also invest in girls’ education and skill development? - What Opportunities for Technical Youth?
With limited recruitment in departments like PWD, IPH, HPSEBL, and HPPCL in recent years, will the government now create concrete opportunities for engineers and technical graduates? - Jobs for Youth or Continued Extensions?
While retired officials continue to receive extensions, will the budget bring timely fresh recruitments and fair opportunities for the youth of Himachal?
Awasthi emphasized that tomorrow’s budget will reflect whether the Congress government is serious about the future of Himachal’s youth and women or not.
Awasthi urged the government to present a budget that delivers real opportunities, long-term vision, and accountability, and not just announcements.
