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India Capital Expenditure Analysis 2014-15

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 — 2014-15

1.83 lakh crore

Rs 1.83 lakh crore

Previous Year (2013-14)

1.64 lakh crore

Year-over-Year Change

+11.8%

Capital Expenditure — 5-Year Trend

Yeartotal Cap Expenditure
2010-11Rs 1.68 lakh crore
2011-12Rs 1.59 lakh crore
2012-13Rs 1.66 lakh crore
2013-14Rs 1.64 lakh crore
2014-15Rs 1.83 lakh crore

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

Budget Snapshot — 2014-15

Total Expenditure

16.64 lakh crore

Total Receipts

16.64 lakh crore

Capital Expenditure

1.83 lakh crore

Tax Revenue

9.05 lakh crore

Fiscal Deficit

4.1% of GDP

Interest Payments

4.02 lakh crore

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