Govt proposes more than double GBS for 12th Plan

07 Mar 2013 Evaluate

The government has proposed an increase of over 124 per cent in Gross Budgetary Support (GBS) to Rs 35.68 lakh crore for Central Plan in the 12th plan period (2012-17) as compared to the 11th five year plan.  For the Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes in the 12th Plan, an increase of 132.12 per cent is projected to Rs 27.11 lakh crore, versus realization of Rs 11.68 lakh crore in the 11th Plan. Central Assistance to State Plan is projected to increase by 103.53 per cent at Rs 8.57 lakh crore, over realization of Rs 4.21 lakh crore in the previous Plan.

While, the National Development Council (NDC) approving the draft 12th Plan, which aims at achieving 8 per cent average growth rate during 2012-17. The Plan aims to generate 50 million non-farm work opportunities and will give priorities to high employment generating labour-intensive industries like food processing, textile, leather goods, gems and jewellery. 

The 12 Plan also emphasizes on creation of appropriate skill sets among the rural migrant and urban poor to make growth inclusive and will also provide nurturing, protective and safe environment for women to facilitate their entry into public spaces.

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