<h1>Central Government Allocates Special Assistance to States for Infrastructure, Education, and Restoration Projects in Backward Regions.</h1> The Central Government has allocated Special Central Assistance to various states to expedite development projects in backward regions. Bihar received Rs. 1,129.40 crore for power infrastructure improvements, totaling Rs. 6,934.61 crore in assistance. Odisha was granted Rs. 367.93 crore for projects in KBK districts, focusing on education, roads, and irrigation. Jammu and Kashmir received Rs. 2,207.30 crore for restoration projects and livelihood support, totaling Rs. 3,401.67 crore. Andhra Pradesh was allocated Rs. 1,976.50 crore for development and Rs. 100 crore for the Polavaram Irrigation Project. Telangana received Rs. 450 crore for road network development in backward districts. Tamil Nadu received Rs. 200 crore for pollution control in Tirupur's processing industry.