The US Agency for International Development (USAID) funded seven projects in India in the financial year 2023-24, worth approximately $750 million. However, contrary to recent claims, none of these projects were related to enhancing voter turnout.
The projects focused on various areas, including:
Agriculture and Food Security: Improving agricultural productivity and food security
Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene: Enhancing access to clean water and sanitation facilities
Renewable Energy: Promoting the use of renewable energy sources
Disaster Management: Strengthening disaster preparedness and response
Health: Improving healthcare services and infrastructure
Sustainable Forests and Climate Adaptation: Conserving forests and promoting climate resilience
Energy Efficiency: Promoting energy-efficient technologies and practices
These projects are part of the US-India bilateral development partnership, which has provided over $17 billion in assistance to India since 1951.