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India Capital Expenditure Analysis 2008-09

Capital expenditure represents government spending on infrastructure, assets, and long-term investments. Rising capex signals economic growth intent, while declining capex raises concerns about fiscal consolidation at the cost of development.

Capital Expenditure — 2008-09

97,618 crore

Rs 97,618 crore

Previous Year (2007-08)

1.18 lakh crore

Year-over-Year Change

-17.6%

Capital Expenditure — 5-Year Trend

Yeartotal Cap Expenditure
2004-05Rs 1.14 lakh crore
2005-06Rs 66,362 crore
2006-07Rs 68,778 crore
2007-08Rs 1.18 lakh crore
2008-09Rs 97,618 crore

Source: Union Budget Documents, Ministry of Finance. Figures may include BE/RE/Actuals depending on availability.

Budget Snapshot — 2008-09

Total Expenditure

8.84 lakh crore

Total Receipts

9.08 lakh crore

Capital Expenditure

97,618 crore

Tax Revenue

4.43 lakh crore

Fiscal Deficit

6.0% of GDP

Interest Payments

1.93 lakh crore

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