Vice-President Dhankhar criticized the growing trend of governments offering "freebies" as a means of gaining electoral advantage.
He argued that this practice diverts crucial capital expenditure (capex) away from long-term development projects, negatively impacting the nation's economic growth.
He called for a comprehensive parliamentary debate to address the issue and formulate a national policy on government investments.
Dhankhar advocated for a shift towards direct subsidies, similar to those in developed countries, to ensure transparency and eliminate intermediaries.
The discussion was prompted by a request from MP Ramgopal Yadav to increase the MPLADS funds, highlighting the need for a structured approach to government spending.
Dhankhar emphasized the urgency of establishing a national policy to ensure all government investments are strategically allocated for the greater public good.
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