Arunachal Pradesh State Budget 2023-24 Analysis
Revised EstimateTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Arunachal Pradesh FY 2023-24
Arunachal Pradesh State Budget 2023-24 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 29,313 crore
+77.7%
Total Expenditure
Rs 33,989 crore
+78.9%
Fiscal Deficit
7.8%
Rs 3,758 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 9,475 crore
+170.7%
Tax Revenue
Rs 2,568 crore
+42.7%
Interest Payments
Rs 858 crore
3% of expenditure
Arunachal Pradesh Revenue Receipts 2023-24
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Arunachal Pradesh Expenditure Breakdown 2023-24
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Top 10 Departments by Allocation
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP â Arunachal Pradesh 2023-24
The fiscal deficit for Arunachal Pradesh in 2023-24 is 7.8% of GSDP (Rs 3,758 crore), 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. Arunachal Pradesh's deficit is above this threshold, driven by higher capital spending needs.
Interest payments at Rs 858 crore consume 2.5% of total expenditure.
Arunachal Pradesh State Budget 2023-24 â Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 34,056 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 29,313 crore | 86.1% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 2,568 crore | 7.5% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 911 crore | 2.7% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 33,989 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 23,602 crore | 69.4% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 9,475 crore | 27.9% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 858 crore | 2.5% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 3,758 crore | 7.8% of GSDP |
Source: Arunachal Pradesh State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Arunachal Pradesh Department-wise Expenditure 2023-24
Top departments by allocation in Arunachal Pradesh for 2023-24
| Department â | Revenue â | Capital â | Total â | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. Education | Rs 3,700 crore | Rs 420 crore | Rs 4,120 crore | 12.1% |
2. Public Works & Roads | Rs 1,100 crore | Rs 2,400 crore | Rs 3,500 crore | 10.3% |
3. Rural Development | Rs 2,400 crore | Rs 700 crore | Rs 3,100 crore | 9.1% |
4. Health & Family Welfare | Rs 1,800 crore | Rs 550 crore | Rs 2,350 crore | 6.9% |
5. Police & Home | Rs 1,650 crore | Rs 220 crore | Rs 1,870 crore | 5.5% |
6. Agriculture & Allied | Rs 1,300 crore | Rs 300 crore | Rs 1,600 crore | 4.7% |
7. Social Welfare | Rs 1,050 crore | Rs 150 crore | Rs 1,200 crore | 3.5% |
8. Energy | Rs 650 crore | Rs 400 crore | Rs 1,050 crore | 3.1% |
9. Water Supply & Sanitation | Rs 430 crore | Rs 550 crore | Rs 980 crore | 2.9% |
10. Urban Development | Rs 420 crore | Rs 400 crore | Rs 820 crore | 2.4% |
Arunachal Pradesh Budget 2023-24 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Revised expenditure at Rs 33,989 crore â close to budget estimates
- Revenue receipts at Rs 29,313 crore with own tax at Rs 2,568 crore
- Revenue surplus of Rs 5,711 crore â highest surplus-to-GSDP ratio in India
- Fiscal deficit at 7.8% of GSDP (Rs 3,758 crore), financing strategic infrastructure
- Capital expenditure at Rs 9,475 crore â exceptionally high at 27.9% of spending
- Road construction in strategic border areas advanced despite terrain challenges
- Hydropower project delays continued on Subansiri Lower due to engineering issues
- Outstanding debt at Rs 18,200 crore, debt-to-GSDP at 37.9%
- Interest payments at Rs 858 crore â low cost concessional borrowing
- Flooding and landslides in Siang and Dibang valleys caused localised damage
- Tribal land rights and Inner Line Permit system shape development patterns
- GSDP at Rs 48,028 crore â minimal change reflecting small base effects
Compare Arunachal Pradesh Budget â Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2019-20 | 2020-21 | 2021-22 | 2022-23 | 2023-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | â | â | â | Rs 19,000 crore | Rs 33,989 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | â | â | â | Rs 16,500 crore | Rs 29,313 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | â | â | â | Rs 3,500 crore | Rs 9,475 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | â | â | â | 7.1% | 7.8% |
| Own Tax Revenue | â | â | â | Rs 1,800 crore | Rs 2,568 crore |
Columns showing "â" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Arunachal Pradesh State Budget 2023-24
The Arunachal Pradesh 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.
Arunachal Pradesh 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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