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Fiscally disciplined states get priority access to 3000 crore SASCI incentive pool from Centre
Economy
Published on 7 May 2026
The fund rewards debt discipline and fiscal transparency
The Centre has launched a new incentive scheme that offers priority access to a 3000 crore SASCI pool for states that show fiscal discipline. Better debt management, tighter borrowing practices, and improved fiscal transparency will be key criteria. The move is designed to strengthen fiscal governance and improve debt sustainability across states while incentivising responsible budgeting.
- States with strong debt management get priority in a 3000 crore pool
- Borrowing discipline and fiscal transparency are core eligibility signals
- The Centre aims to improve fiscal governance nationwide
- Incentives are meant to support longer term debt sustainability
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