Chandigarh State Budget 2024-25 Analysis
Budget EstimateTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Chandigarh FY 2024-25
Centrally Administered UT โ Union Budget Allocation
Chandigarh does not have its own legislature. The data shown here represents the Union Budget allocation through the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Chandigarh State Budget 2024-25 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 5,407 crore
(excl. borrowings)
Total Expenditure
Rs 5,863 crore
Fiscal Deficit
0.0%
Rs 0
Capital Expenditure
Rs 456 crore
Tax Revenue
Rs 260 crore
Net to Centre
Interest Payments
Rs 0
0% of expenditure
Chandigarh Revenue Receipts 2024-25
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Chandigarh 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 โ Chandigarh 2024-25
The fiscal deficit for Chandigarh 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. Chandigarh is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Chandigarh State Budget 2024-25 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 5,863 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 5,407 crore | 92.2% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 260 crore | 4.4% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 170 crore | 2.9% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 5,863 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 5,407 crore | 92.2% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 456 crore | 7.8% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 0 | 0.0% of GSDP |
Source: Chandigarh State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Chandigarh Department-wise Expenditure 2024-25
Top departments by allocation in Chandigarh for 2024-25
| Department โ | Revenue โ | Capital โ | Total โ | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. Education | Rs 1,330 crore | Rs 53 crore | Rs 1,383 crore | 23.6% |
2. Health & Family Welfare | Rs 700 crore | Rs 61 crore | Rs 761 crore | 13.0% |
3. General Administration | Rs 655 crore | Rs 15 crore | Rs 670 crore | 11.4% |
4. Police & Public Safety | Rs 569 crore | Rs 10 crore | Rs 579 crore | 9.9% |
5. Power & Energy | Rs 441 crore | Rs 37 crore | Rs 478 crore | 8.2% |
6. Urban Development | Rs 410 crore | Rs 61 crore | Rs 471 crore | 8.0% |
7. Public Works & Infrastructure | Rs 298 crore | Rs 122 crore | Rs 420 crore | 7.2% |
8. Transport & Roads | Rs 358 crore | Rs 29 crore | Rs 387 crore | 6.6% |
9. Social Welfare | Rs 348 crore | Rs 16 crore | Rs 364 crore | 6.2% |
10. Water Supply & Sanitation | Rs 298 crore | Rs 52 crore | Rs 350 crore | 6.0% |
Chandigarh Budget 2024-25 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total Union Budget allocation for Chandigarh stands at Rs 5,863 crore in 2024-25 BE
- Revenue expenditure dominates at Rs 5,407 crore, accounting for 92.2% of total allocation
- Capital expenditure at Rs 456 crore focused on urban infrastructure and smart city projects
- Education remains the largest sectoral allocation at Rs 1,383 crore (23.6% of total)
- Health and Family Welfare receives Rs 761 crore, reflecting post-pandemic institutional strengthening
- Chandigarh records among the highest per-capita Central allocation of any UT at approximately Rs 47,000
- GSDP estimated at Rs 63,300 crore, placing Chandigarh among the wealthiest per-capita regions in India
- Police and Public Safety allocation at Rs 579 crore supports one of the lowest crime-rate cities nationally
- Smart City Mission projects continue with urban development receiving Rs 471 crore
- Power and energy sector receives Rs 478 crore to sustain the city planned for 100% electrification
- Water supply and sanitation allocation at Rs 350 crore aligns with the city achieving ODF++ status
- No fiscal deficit as the UT operates entirely on Central grants through the MHA
Compare Chandigarh Budget โ Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2020-21 | 2021-22 | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | โ | Rs 5,863 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | โ | Rs 5,407 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | โ | Rs 456 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | โ | 0.0% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | โ | Rs 260 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Chandigarh State Budget 2024-25
The Chandigarh 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.
Chandigarh 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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