Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh & Tamil Nadu top subsidy givers, says CAG report
A recent CAG report reveals that Indian states like Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu are spending significantly more on subsidies, which now account for over 13.5% of their total expenditure. The data highlights a threefold increase in subsidy spending since 2015-16, driven largely by energy and agricultural support.
Why it matters
Rising subsidy burdens raise concerns about the long-term fiscal health and debt sustainability of Indian states.
Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh & Tamil Nadu top subsidy givers, says CAG report | India News - The Times of India
The article reports on government audit data without injecting partisan commentary or editorializing.
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