Rs 3.6 lakh crore sanctioned to states as 50-year interest-free loans: Finance Minister Sitharaman

The Central government approved Rs 3.6 lakh crore in interest-free loans for states. This initiative aims to boost capital expenditure. Twenty-two states experienced over 10% growth in capital expenditure. Capital investment rose from 1.7% of GDP in FY14 to 3.2% in FY25. Infrastructure development includes new airports, rail tracks, expanded metro networks, and increased port capacity.