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India Capital Expenditure Analysis 2015-16

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 — 2015-16

2.82 lakh crore

Rs 2.82 lakh crore

Previous Year (2014-15)

1.83 lakh crore

Year-over-Year Change

+54.3%

Capital Expenditure — 5-Year Trend

Yeartotal Cap Expenditure
2011-12Rs 1.59 lakh crore
2012-13Rs 1.66 lakh crore
2013-14Rs 1.64 lakh crore
2014-15Rs 1.83 lakh crore
2015-16Rs 2.82 lakh crore

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

Budget Snapshot — 2015-16

Total Expenditure

17.91 lakh crore

Total Receipts

17.91 lakh crore

Capital Expenditure

2.82 lakh crore

Tax Revenue

9.44 lakh crore

Fiscal Deficit

3.9% of GDP

Interest Payments

4.25 lakh crore

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