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India Capital Expenditure Analysis 2012-13

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 — 2012-13

1.66 lakh crore

Rs 1.66 lakh crore

Previous Year (2011-12)

1.59 lakh crore

Year-over-Year Change

+4.6%

Capital Expenditure — 5-Year Trend

Yeartotal Cap Expenditure
2008-09Rs 97,618 crore
2009-10Rs 1.13 lakh crore
2010-11Rs 1.68 lakh crore
2011-12Rs 1.59 lakh crore
2012-13Rs 1.66 lakh crore

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

Budget Snapshot — 2012-13

Total Expenditure

14.1 lakh crore

Total Receipts

14.1 lakh crore

Capital Expenditure

1.66 lakh crore

Tax Revenue

7.42 lakh crore

Fiscal Deficit

4.9% of GDP

Interest Payments

3.17 lakh crore

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