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Budget For National Social Assistance Programme Remains Stagnant Yet Again
Since 2011-12, NSAP has covered approximately 3 crore social security pensioners, yet its budgetary allocation has remained stagnant, effectively eroding in value over time. In 2014, the programme was allocated Rs 10,547 crore, but by 2025-26 the allocation has fallen to Rs 9,562 crore.Feb 04 2025