SHIMLA: In order to make the budget more people centric, participative and reflection of the views of various stakeholders in the society, the state government has invited suggestions from the general public, industries, trade and farmers  associations on the budget.

A spokesperson of the state government said here today the suggestions could be sent by e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or by letter to the Secretary, (Finance) in his room No: A-321, Armsdale building, HP Secretariat, Shimla by 15^th February, 2023.

Suggestion can also be sent on the web portal of the finance department.

The suggestions can be provided on increasing revenue receipt, expenditure control and other related matters for the budget. It will promote transparency, openness, responsiveness and participatory approach in budget preparation.