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India Capital Expenditure Analysis 2018-19

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 — 2018-19

3.17 lakh crore

Rs 3.17 lakh crore

Previous Year (2017-18)

2.63 lakh crore

Year-over-Year Change

+20.3%

Capital Expenditure — 5-Year Trend

Yeartotal Cap Expenditure
2014-15Rs 1.83 lakh crore
2015-16Rs 2.82 lakh crore
2016-17Rs 2.68 lakh crore
2017-18Rs 2.63 lakh crore
2018-19Rs 3.17 lakh crore

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

Budget Snapshot — 2018-19

Total Expenditure

23.15 lakh crore

Total Receipts

23.15 lakh crore

Capital Expenditure

3.17 lakh crore

Tax Revenue

12.36 lakh crore

Fiscal Deficit

3.4% of GDP

Interest Payments

5.76 lakh crore

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