The Ministry of Finance has disbursed Rs 75,000 crore to states and union territories with legislatures. This payment is a back-to-back loan to cover the Goods and Services Tax (GST) compensation shortfall. This significant release, representing nearly half of the year's total shortfall, is intended to help states manage their finances, particularly for COVID-19 response and capital expenditure.
Rs 75,000 crore released to States and UTs with Legislature as GST Compensation shortfall
Almost 50 % of the total shortfall for the entire year released in a single instalment
Ministry of Finance has released today Rs 75,000 crore to the States and UTs with Legislature under the back-to-back
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FAQ :
The Ministry of Finance has released Rs 75,000 crore to the States and UTs with Legislature.
This release is a back-to-back loan facility provided in lieu of GST Compensation shortfall.
This release of Rs 75,000 crore represents almost 50% of the total shortfall for the entire year.
The release is funded from the Government of India's borrowings in 5-year securities totalling Rs 68,500 crore and 2-year securities for Rs 6,500 crore.
It is expected that this release will help the States/UTs in planning their public expenditure, including improving health infrastructure and undertaking infrastructure projects.
Yes, the balance amount will be released in the second half of 2021-22 in steady instalments.