Budget Report (2026-27)
Neendoor Grama Panchayat Budget 2026–27: A Brief Analysis
The Budget for the financial year 2026–27 of Neendoor Grama Panchayat places greater emphasis on development activities and social security schemes. The Panchayat expects a total revenue of ₹26.68 crore and total expenditure of ₹17.14 crore, aiming to maintain a year-end balance of ₹11.62 crore.
1. Major Sources of Revenue
Tax Revenue
- Property Tax: ₹69 lakh
- Professional Tax (Employees): ₹14 lakh
- Professional Tax (Business Establishments): ₹4.5 lakh
Total Tax Revenue: ₹87.50 lakh
Fees and License Revenue
- Building Permit Fees: ₹14 lakh
- IFTEOS License Fees: ₹3 lakh
- Penalties for Improper Waste Disposal: ₹1 lakh
Total Fees/User Charge Revenue: ₹27.66 lakh
Rental Income
- Shopping Complex Rent: ₹14.50 lakh
Total Rental Income: ₹14.60 lakh
2. Significant Allocation for Social Security Schemes
The largest component of the budget is allocated to social security pensions.
| Scheme | Allocation |
|---|---|
| Old Age Pension | ₹3.70 crore |
| Widow Pension | ₹1.50 crore |
| Agricultural Workers’ Pension | ₹1.19 crore |
| Pension for Persons with Disabilities | ₹59.39 lakh |
| Pension for Unmarried Women Above 50 Years | ₹7.92 lakh |
3. Development Funds
Development Fund
- General Category: ₹2.55 crore
- Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCP): ₹45.17 lakh
- Tribal Sub Plan (TSP): ₹1.27 lakh
Maintenance Fund
- Road Assets: ₹1.34 crore
- Non-Road Assets: ₹67.45 lakh
4. Major Allocation for Employment Guarantee Scheme
An amount of ₹2.01 crore has been allocated for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS). This allocation is expected to generate employment opportunities and support rural infrastructure development.
5. Special Focus on Women’s Empowerment
The allocation for the Sthree Suraksha Scheme (Women’s Safety Scheme) has been increased from ₹10.22 lakh to ₹55 lakh, demonstrating the Panchayat’s commitment to women’s welfare and empowerment.
6. Administrative Expenditure
- Salaries and Employee Benefits: ₹1.55 crore
- Administrative Expenses: ₹45.87 lakh
- Operation and Maintenance of Streetlights, Vehicles, Buildings, etc.: ₹28.50 lakh
7. Infrastructure Development
The budget includes allocations for various infrastructure development activities, including:
- Road construction and maintenance
- Street lighting
- Public buildings
- Water conservation initiatives
- Waste management systems