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India Capital Expenditure Analysis 2025-26

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 — 2025-26

10.97 lakh crore

Rs 10.97 lakh crore

Previous Year (2024-25)

10.68 lakh crore

Year-over-Year Change

+2.7%

Capital Expenditure — 5-Year Trend

Yeartotal Cap Expenditure
2021-22Rs 5.93 lakh crore
2022-23Rs 8.18 lakh crore
2023-24Rs 9.49 lakh crore
2024-25Rs 10.68 lakh crore
2025-26Rs 10.97 lakh crore

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

Budget Snapshot — 2025-26

Total Expenditure

49.63 lakh crore

Total Receipts

49.63 lakh crore

Capital Expenditure

10.97 lakh crore

Tax Revenue

26.7 lakh crore

Fiscal Deficit

4.4% of GDP

Interest Payments

12.73 lakh crore

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