Describing the Union Budget for 2010-11 as "inflationary", Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said on Friday there was no mention of the special package for the state which the UPA government had earlier promised it.
"It is a Budget that will further raise inflation.. Gross injustice has been done to Bihar by not giving any special package to flood victims of Kosi region on the pattern of tsunami and Aila victims as demanded by the state."
"This Budget does not carry any promise of efforts to sort out regional imbalances and the special category status to Bihar..," Kumar said.
The chief minister alleged that the Centre had "overlooked" the state's request for special package in the Budget.
Even the 13th Finance Commission recommendations for grants to Bihar is inadequate as it would not meet the state's financial requirements, he added.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app