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India Capital Expenditure Analysis 2023-24

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 — 2023-24

9.49 lakh crore

Rs 9.49 lakh crore

Previous Year (2022-23)

8.18 lakh crore

Year-over-Year Change

+16.0%

Capital Expenditure — 5-Year Trend

Yeartotal Cap Expenditure
2019-20Rs 4.27 lakh crore
2020-21Rs 5.05 lakh crore
2021-22Rs 5.93 lakh crore
2022-23Rs 8.18 lakh crore
2023-24Rs 9.49 lakh crore

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

Budget Snapshot — 2023-24

Total Expenditure

43.15 lakh crore

Total Receipts

43.15 lakh crore

Capital Expenditure

9.49 lakh crore

Tax Revenue

21.53 lakh crore

Fiscal Deficit

5.6% of GDP

Interest Payments

10.85 lakh crore

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