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On October 1, the Union
Government released an advance instalment of ₹1,01,603 crore in tax devolution
to states.
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This special release was
made ahead of the festive season to support development and welfare
expenditure.
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The advance came in
addition to the normal monthly devolution scheduled for October 10, 2025.
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The government emphasised
that the funds would help states meet immediate expenditure needs.
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Uttar Pradesh was
allocated ₹18,227 crore, the highest among all states.
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Bihar received ₹10,219
crore, while Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal were given ₹7,976 crore and ₹7,644
crore, respectively.
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Other major states
include Rajasthan (Rs 6,123 crore), Odisha (Rs 4,601 crore), Tamil Nadu (Rs
4,144 crore), Andhra Pradesh (Rs 4,112 crore) and Karnataka (Rs 3,705 crore).
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Smaller states were also
provided funds, with Himachal Pradesh allocated ₹843 crore, Manipur ₹727 crore,
Tripura ₹719 crore and Sikkim ₹394 crore.
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Goa received ₹392 crore,
while Mizoram, Nagaland and Meghalaya received ₹508 crore, ₹578 crore and ₹779
crore, respectively.
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The Centre stated that
this step would provide fiscal flexibility to states, ensuring uninterrupted
welfare and development projects.
