<h1>Punjab's 2025-26 Budget Unveiled: Focus on Transformation, Loan Waivers, and Revenue Growth Initiatives</h1> The Punjab Finance Minister highlighted the 'Badalda Punjab' budget, reflecting the AAP government's commitment to transforming the state. The Rs 2.36 lakh crore budget for 2025-26 aims to fulfill the party's electoral promises, with significant progress reported in GST revenue and excise duty collections compared to previous administrations. The budget includes a Rs 13,987 crore allocation for the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan and introduces a loan waiver scheme benefiting 4,650 individuals. The minister criticized past governments for inadequate resource mobilization and tax evasion issues, while pledging further revenue growth and reforms. The state budget was subsequently passed.