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India Capital Expenditure Analysis 2019-20

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 — 2019-20

4.27 lakh crore

Rs 4.27 lakh crore

Previous Year (2018-19)

3.17 lakh crore

Year-over-Year Change

+35.0%

Capital Expenditure — 5-Year Trend

Yeartotal Cap Expenditure
2015-16Rs 2.82 lakh crore
2016-17Rs 2.68 lakh crore
2017-18Rs 2.63 lakh crore
2018-19Rs 3.17 lakh crore
2019-20Rs 4.27 lakh crore

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

Budget Snapshot — 2019-20

Total Expenditure

26.86 lakh crore

Total Receipts

26.86 lakh crore

Capital Expenditure

4.27 lakh crore

Tax Revenue

13.57 lakh crore

Fiscal Deficit

4.6% of GDP

Interest Payments

6.28 lakh crore

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