Thiruvananthapuram: The budget revelations underscored the stark absence of funds in the treasury. Finance Minister Balagopal outlined strategies to replenish funds, emphasizing the government’s intent to collect resources by placing additional financial burdens on the public.
A notable proposal includes the collection of funds directly from the people for government hospitals, with Minister Balagopal expressing the government’s consideration of various avenues to achieve this. He noted in the Assembly that many citizens are willing to contribute to such initiatives. Additionally, he disclosed an allocation of Rs.6.67 crores for mental health centers during the budget presentation in the Assembly.
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