The Union Cabinet has cleared a major package of developmental and welfare initiatives aimed at upgrading urban infrastructure, preserving national heritage, and supporting the agricultural economy. Across these multifaceted programs and projects, the government has earmarked an overall expenditure of 77,101 crore rupees. The wide-ranging approvals address urgent public transit demands, historical preservation on a global scale, and farm input costs.
Major Transit Boost for Greater Noida Commuters
To ease transit friction across rapidly growing urban centers, the cabinet officially sanctioned the construction of a new metro rail extension running toward Greater Noida. This vital transit project has been granted an approved budget outlay of 2,390 crore rupees. Once functional, the route will transform everyday commuting for hundreds of thousands of office workers, trade professionals, and college students who currently endure heavy highway congestion, providing a dependable and rapid transport link between the two key hubs.
Capital to Host the Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum
In a major cultural milestone, the government approved the establishment of the ambitious Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum at an estimated expenditure of 3,230 crore rupees. Designed to showcase thousands of years of Indian civilization, civil art, and historical evolution through modern interactive technology, the project is envisioned to become the largest museum facility on the planet. The complex will be set up within the storied North and South Blocks in Delhi.
According to the official schedule, the first gallery of this landmark institution will open its doors to the public in 2027. The monumental facility is being engineered with the capacity to welcome and manage up to 1 crore domestic and international tourists every year, positioning the capital as a premier global hub for cultural exploration.
Fertilizer Subsidies Locked in for Rabi Season
Delivering critical support to the agricultural community, the cabinet also finalized the revised Nutrient Based Subsidy rates designated for the Rabi 2026-27 cropping cycle. By fixing these subsidy slabs in advance, the government ensures that essential agricultural fertilizers remain accessible and affordable for farmers throughout the sowing season, preventing input price shocks and protecting harvest economics.
