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Current Affairs 8 February 2026

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  • Union Budget 2026-27 Allocates ₹12.8 Lakh Crore for Infrastructure
  • Government Launches Digital Bharat 2.0 Initiative

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Union Budget 2026-27 Allocates ₹12.8 Lakh Crore for Infrastructure

The Ministry of Finance announced a revised allocation of ₹12.8 lakh crore for infrastructure development in FY 2026-27. This marks a 14% increase from the previous year. Focus areas include roads, railways, and urban metro projects. The allocation aims to boost economic growth and job creation. It underscores the government's emphasis on capital expenditure.

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Which ministry announced the ₹12.8 lakh crore infrastructure allocation for FY 2026-27?

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Government Launches Digital Bharat 2.0 Initiative

The government launched Digital Bharat 2.0 to provide high-speed internet to 2.5 lakh gram panchayats by December 2026. The program has a budget of ₹18,500 crore. It targets bridging the rural-urban digital divide. Implementation involves optical fiber networks and digital literacy programs. This follows the original Digital India mission.

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What is the target number of gram panchayats for high-speed internet under Digital Bharat 2.0 by December 2026?

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