India boosts foreign aid budget by 20% with Bhutan as top recipient

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India's budget for foreign aid in 2025-26 has increased by 20% to Rs 6,750 crore, up from Rs 5,667 crore last year. This funding supports various overseas development projects. Bhutan remains the top recipient, receiving Rs 2,150 crore. Aid to the Maldives has risen from Rs 470 crore to Rs 600 crore, while assistance to African nations has also increased. Conversely, aid to Afghanistan has been cut in half from Rs 200 crore to Rs 100 crore. Myanmar's allocation has decreased from Rs 400 crore to Rs 350 crore due to political issues.


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