Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and other governance reforms have resulted in the removal of duplicate/false beneficiaries and closure of leaks etc, as a result of which the government is able to target genuine and deserving beneficiaries. Union Finance Minister Shri Pankaj Chaudhary said today in a written response to a question to the Lok Sabha.
Estimated savings from DBT and other governance reforms reported by various ministries/departments in relation to key central sector/centrally sponsored programs are as follows:
(Rs. in crores)
|
Financial year |
Estimated savings |
|
2017-18 |
32983.41 |
|
2018-19 |
52157.19 |
|
20T9-20 |
36226.74 |
|
2020-21 |
44571.78 |
|
2021-22 |
50125.37 |
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