USAID Funded Projects in India
USAID funded seven projects in India with a total estimated budget of $750 million in 2023-24.
The total obligation for these projects in 2023-24 amounts to $97 million (approximately ₹825 crore).
The projects cover sectors like agriculture, food security, water, sanitation, renewable energy, disaster management, and health.
Additional funding was provided for Sustainable Forests and Climate Adaptation Programme and Energy Efficiency Technology Commercialisation Project.
Congress and BJP Response
The Congress party criticized the BJP for spreading "fake news" about the alleged $21 million for voter turnout.
Congress emphasized that the $21 million was actually allocated for Bangladesh, not India, and accused the BJP of misleading the public.
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