Chhattisgarh State Budget 2024-25 Analysis
Budget EstimateTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Chhattisgarh FY 2024-25
Chhattisgarh State Budget 2024-25 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 1.26 lakh crore
+13.1%
Total Expenditure
Rs 1.47 lakh crore
-0.8%
Fiscal Deficit
3.2%
Rs 17,990 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 22,300 crore
+4.9%
Tax Revenue
Rs 49,700 crore
+22.4%
Interest Payments
Rs 7,931 crore
5% of expenditure
Chhattisgarh Revenue Receipts 2024-25
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Chhattisgarh 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 Chhattisgarh 2024-25
The fiscal deficit for Chhattisgarh in 2024-25 is 3.2% of GSDP (Rs 17,990 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. Chhattisgarh is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Interest payments at Rs 7,931 crore consume 5.4% of total expenditure.
Chhattisgarh State Budget 2024-25 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 1.55 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 1.26 lakh crore | 81.1% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 49,700 crore | 32.0% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 18,700 crore | 12.1% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 1.47 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 1.25 lakh crore | 84.8% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 22,300 crore | 15.2% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 7,931 crore | 5.4% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 17,990 crore | 3.2% of GSDP |
Source: Chhattisgarh State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Chhattisgarh Department-wise Expenditure 2024-25
Top departments by allocation in Chhattisgarh for 2024-25
| Department โ | Revenue โ | Capital โ | Total โ | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. Education | Rs 17,000 crore | Rs 2,000 crore | Rs 19,000 crore | 12.9% |
2. Rural Development | Rs 12,000 crore | Rs 3,000 crore | Rs 15,000 crore | 10.2% |
3. Agriculture & Allied | Rs 12,500 crore | Rs 2,400 crore | Rs 14,900 crore | 10.1% |
4. Health & Family Welfare | Rs 8,000 crore | Rs 2,100 crore | Rs 10,100 crore | 6.9% |
5. Energy | Rs 7,500 crore | Rs 1,900 crore | Rs 9,400 crore | 6.4% |
6. Transport & Roads | Rs 4,000 crore | Rs 3,800 crore | Rs 7,800 crore | 5.3% |
7. Social Welfare | Rs 6,500 crore | Rs 700 crore | Rs 7,200 crore | 4.9% |
8. Police & Home | Rs 5,300 crore | Rs 800 crore | Rs 6,100 crore | 4.1% |
9. Water Supply & Sanitation | Rs 3,000 crore | Rs 3,000 crore | Rs 6,000 crore | 4.1% |
10. Urban Development | Rs 3,500 crore | Rs 1,700 crore | Rs 5,200 crore | 3.5% |
Chhattisgarh Budget 2024-25 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total expenditure of Rs 1,47,440 crore in the first full budget under the new BJP government
- Revenue receipts at Rs 1,25,900 crore with tax revenue of Rs 49,700 crore
- Slim revenue surplus of Rs 1,060 crore reflecting tight fiscal balance
- Fiscal deficit at 3.2% of GSDP (Rs 17,990 crore), improving from 6.5% in 2023-24 RE
- Capital expenditure of Rs 22,300 crore targets roads, mining infrastructure, and irrigation
- Paddy procurement policy restructured โ shift from Congress-era bonus pricing
- Non-tax revenue at Rs 18,700 crore driven by mineral royalties from coal and iron ore
- Education allocation of Rs 19,000 crore continues Swami Atmanand school expansion
- Outstanding debt at Rs 1,43,000 crore with debt-to-GSDP at 25.4%
- Interest payments of Rs 7,931 crore remain manageable at 6.3% of receipts
- Police and security spending of Rs 6,100 crore for anti-Naxal operations in Bastar region
- GSDP at Rs 5,61,736 crore with steel and power sectors anchoring industrial output
Compare Chhattisgarh 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 | Rs 1.48 lakh crore | Rs 1.47 lakh crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | Rs 1.11 lakh crore | Rs 1.26 lakh crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 21,259 crore | Rs 22,300 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | 6.5% | 3.2% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | Rs 40,600 crore | Rs 49,700 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Chhattisgarh State Budget 2024-25
The Chhattisgarh 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.
Chhattisgarh 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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