For the health sector, the government has proposed Rs470 billion for the health sector, 27% higher than the previous year. The finance minister said that the incumbent government prioritises health and is restoring the free medical facility in public hospitals.
Laghari said 10% more budget as compared to the last year has been proposed for the education sector, which will amount to Rs485.26 billion. He said Rs428.56 billion have been proposed for the non-development budget and Rs56.70 billion for the development budget.