Andaman & Nicobar State Budget 2024-25 Analysis
Budget EstimateTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Andaman & Nicobar FY 2024-25
Centrally Administered UT â Union Budget Allocation
Andaman & Nicobar does not have its own legislature. The data shown here represents the Union Budget allocation through the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Andaman & Nicobar State Budget 2024-25 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 5,454 crore
(excl. borrowings)
Total Expenditure
Rs 5,986 crore
Fiscal Deficit
0.0%
Rs 0
Capital Expenditure
Rs 532 crore
Tax Revenue
Rs 70 crore
Net to Centre
Interest Payments
Rs 0
0% of expenditure
Andaman & Nicobar Revenue Receipts 2024-25
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Andaman & Nicobar Expenditure Breakdown 2024-25
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Top 10 Departments by Allocation
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP â Andaman & Nicobar 2024-25
The fiscal deficit for Andaman & Nicobar in 2024-25 is 0.0% of GSDP (Rs 0), reflecting the state's borrowing needs to fund development programmes.
States are expected to maintain fiscal deficit within 3% of GSDP as per the FRBM Act. Andaman & Nicobar is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Andaman & Nicobar State Budget 2024-25 â Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 5,986 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 5,454 crore | 91.1% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 70 crore | 1.2% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 50 crore | 0.8% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 5,986 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 5,454 crore | 91.1% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 532 crore | 8.9% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 0 | 0.0% of GSDP |
Source: Andaman & Nicobar State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Andaman & Nicobar Department-wise Expenditure 2024-25
Top departments by allocation in Andaman & Nicobar for 2024-25
| Department â | Revenue â | Capital â | Total â | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. Education | Rs 985 crore | Rs 27 crore | Rs 1,012 crore | 16.9% |
2. Public Works & Infrastructure | Rs 716 crore | Rs 223 crore | Rs 939 crore | 15.7% |
3. Health & Family Welfare | Rs 626 crore | Rs 45 crore | Rs 671 crore | 11.2% |
4. Police & Security | Rs 536 crore | Rs 16 crore | Rs 552 crore | 9.2% |
5. Power & Energy | Rs 492 crore | Rs 54 crore | Rs 546 crore | 9.1% |
6. General Administration | Rs 513 crore | Rs 9 crore | Rs 522 crore | 8.7% |
7. Shipping & Ports | Rs 403 crore | Rs 107 crore | Rs 510 crore | 8.5% |
8. Tribal Welfare | Rs 459 crore | Rs 2 crore | Rs 461 crore | 7.7% |
9. Agriculture & Fisheries | Rs 384 crore | Rs 27 crore | Rs 411 crore | 6.9% |
10. Tourism & Culture | Rs 340 crore | Rs 22 crore | Rs 362 crore | 6.0% |
Andaman & Nicobar Budget 2024-25 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total Union Budget allocation for Andaman & Nicobar at Rs 5,986 crore in 2024-25 BE
- Revenue expenditure at Rs 5,454 crore covers governance of 572 islands across 8,249 sq km of ocean
- Capital expenditure at Rs 532 crore focused on maritime infrastructure and submarine cable connectivity
- Public Works and Infrastructure leads allocations at Rs 939 crore (15.7% of total)
- Education receives Rs 1,012 crore supporting schools across geographically dispersed island communities
- Shipping and ports allocation of Rs 510 crore reflects the lifeline connectivity challenge
- Health sector at Rs 671 crore includes investment in telemedicine for remote islands
- Tribal welfare allocation of Rs 461 crore protects the rights of particularly vulnerable tribal groups
- Strategic location in the Indian Ocean drives growing defence-adjacent infrastructure investment
- GSDP estimated at Rs 11,500 crore, heavily dependent on government expenditure and tourism
- Tourism and culture allocation of Rs 362 crore aims to develop sustainable island tourism
- Agriculture and fisheries receive Rs 411 crore supporting the Blue Economy agenda
Compare Andaman & Nicobar Budget â Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2020-21 | 2021-22 | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | â | â | â | â | Rs 5,986 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | â | â | â | â | Rs 5,454 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | â | â | â | â | Rs 532 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | â | â | â | â | 0.0% |
| Own Tax Revenue | â | â | â | â | Rs 70 crore |
Columns showing "â" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Andaman & Nicobar State Budget 2024-25
The Andaman & Nicobar state budget is the annual financial plan presented in the state legislature. It covers all revenue receipts, expenditure allocations across departments, and fiscal deficit management. State budgets are critical because states handle key development areas including education, health, agriculture, and infrastructure.
Andaman & Nicobar Revenue Sources
State revenue comes from three sources: own tax revenue (state GST, stamp duty, excise, vehicle tax), non-tax revenue (fees, fines, interest), and transfers from the Centre (share of central taxes as per Finance Commission recommendations, plus grants-in-aid for specific schemes).
Fiscal Deficit and State Borrowing
Under the FRBM framework, states target a fiscal deficit of 3% of GSDP. States can borrow from the market via State Development Loans (SDLs), and the central government also provides loans. The RBI manages the borrowing calendar for states to ensure orderly market conditions.
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