Startup founders, business leaders, and economists have shared their expectations for the Rajasthan 2025-26 budget after the government sought public suggestions.
The focus is on shaping policies to promote a 'Developed Rajasthan' with sustainability and green initiatives at the core.
Key demands include increased financial support, startup-friendly policies, tax incentives, infrastructure development, and skill programs tailored to industry needs.
There are calls for new industrial parks, policy improvements, and support for SMEs, MSMEs, and the education sector.
Initiatives like the iStart program have been commended for supporting startups, with a push for sector-specific policies like AVGC-XR and a focus on green tech and deep tech sectors.
Expectations also extend to areas like healthcare, reducing carbon and plastic usage, promoting entrepreneurship, and enhancing road and infrastructure connectivity.
There are appeals for greater investments in AI, ML, health services, EV subsidies, and promoting Rajasthan's handicrafts globally through the ODOP scheme.
The pre-budget consultations reflect a move towards inclusive development in Rajasthan, with hopes that these diverse expectations will contribute to the state's economic progress.