Centre to convene state finance ministers' conference before GST Council meeting

The Centre will host a state finance ministers' conference titled "Financing India's Journey towards Viksit Bharat" ahead of key fiscal events. The gathering precedes the GST Council meeting scheduled for 7 October and formal pre-budget consultations beginning 12 October for the Union Budget 2027-28.

The conference aims to discuss financing mechanisms for India's development agenda. It provides a platform for Centre-state coordination on fiscal and economic matters ahead of major policy announcements.