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India Capital Expenditure Analysis 2017-18

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 — 2017-18

2.63 lakh crore

Rs 2.63 lakh crore

Previous Year (2016-17)

2.68 lakh crore

Year-over-Year Change

-1.8%

Capital Expenditure — 5-Year Trend

Yeartotal Cap Expenditure
2013-14Rs 1.64 lakh crore
2014-15Rs 1.83 lakh crore
2015-16Rs 2.82 lakh crore
2016-17Rs 2.68 lakh crore
2017-18Rs 2.63 lakh crore

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

Budget Snapshot — 2017-18

Total Expenditure

21.42 lakh crore

Total Receipts

21.42 lakh crore

Capital Expenditure

2.63 lakh crore

Tax Revenue

11.53 lakh crore

Fiscal Deficit

3.5% of GDP

Interest Payments

5.29 lakh crore

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