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India Capital Expenditure Analysis 2011-12

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 — 2011-12

1.59 lakh crore

Rs 1.59 lakh crore

Previous Year (2010-11)

1.68 lakh crore

Year-over-Year Change

-5.5%

Capital Expenditure — 5-Year Trend

Yeartotal Cap Expenditure
2007-08Rs 1.18 lakh crore
2008-09Rs 97,618 crore
2009-10Rs 1.13 lakh crore
2010-11Rs 1.68 lakh crore
2011-12Rs 1.59 lakh crore

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

Budget Snapshot — 2011-12

Total Expenditure

13.04 lakh crore

Total Receipts

13.04 lakh crore

Capital Expenditure

1.59 lakh crore

Tax Revenue

6.3 lakh crore

Fiscal Deficit

5.9% of GDP

Interest Payments

2.92 lakh crore

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