Pooled municipal bonds to finance priority urban infrastructure projects in ULBs
The Andhra Pradesh government has approved a ₹1,010-crore pooled municipal bond framework to fund urban infrastructure projects. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on government grants and improve financial transparency in urban local bodies.
Why it matters
It represents a significant shift in Indian urban financing, moving municipalities toward market-based capital raising for essential civic infrastructure.
The Andhra Pradesh government has accorded in-principle approval for the ₹1,010-crore Pooled Municipal Bond Issuance Framework, paving the way for urban local bodies (ULBs) to access capital markets for infrastructure development.
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