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India Capital Expenditure Analysis 2021-22

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 — 2021-22

5.93 lakh crore

Rs 5.93 lakh crore

Previous Year (2020-21)

5.05 lakh crore

Year-over-Year Change

+17.5%

Capital Expenditure — 5-Year Trend

Yeartotal Cap Expenditure
2017-18Rs 2.63 lakh crore
2018-19Rs 3.17 lakh crore
2019-20Rs 4.27 lakh crore
2020-21Rs 5.05 lakh crore
2021-22Rs 5.93 lakh crore

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

Budget Snapshot — 2021-22

Total Expenditure

33.07 lakh crore

Total Receipts

35.36 lakh crore

Capital Expenditure

5.93 lakh crore

Tax Revenue

16.89 lakh crore

Fiscal Deficit

6.7% of GDP

Interest Payments

8.53 lakh crore

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