Delhi State Budget 2021-22 Analysis
ActualsTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Delhi FY 2021-22
Delhi State Budget 2021-22 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 48,500 crore
+26.0%
Total Expenditure
Rs 52,000 crore
+9.0%
Fiscal Deficit
0.4%
Rs 3,500 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 7,800 crore
+50.0%
Tax Revenue
Rs 42,000 crore
+31.3%
Interest Payments
Rs 2,300 crore
4% of expenditure
Delhi Revenue Receipts 2021-22
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Delhi Expenditure Breakdown 2021-22
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP โ Delhi 2021-22
The fiscal deficit for Delhi in 2021-22 is 0.4% of GSDP (Rs 3,500 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. Delhi is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Interest payments at Rs 2,300 crore consume 4.4% of total expenditure.
Delhi State Budget 2021-22 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 55,800 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 48,500 crore | 86.9% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 42,000 crore | 75.3% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 1,050 crore | 1.9% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 52,000 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 44,200 crore | 85.0% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 7,800 crore | 15.0% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 2,300 crore | 4.4% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 3,500 crore | 0.4% of GSDP |
Source: Delhi State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Delhi Budget 2021-22 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total expenditure at Rs 52,000 crore as post-pandemic recovery and expansion spending resumes
- Revenue receipts recover to Rs 48,500 crore with own tax revenue rebounding to Rs 42,000 crore
- Revenue deficit at Rs 4,300 crore as health and education spending continue to expand
- Fiscal deficit at 0.4% of GSDP (Rs 3,500 crore), narrowing sharply as revenue recovery outpaces spending
- Capital expenditure at Rs 7,800 crore with Metro Phase IV and school programmes
- Total outstanding debt at Rs 22,500 crore with debt-to-GSDP at 2.8%
- Interest payments at Rs 2,300 crore grow with post-pandemic debt stock
- GSDP rebounds to Rs 8,10,000 crore with strong services sector recovery
- GST collections show robust post-pandemic recovery driven by pent-up demand
- Post-pandemic school reopening highlights Delhi education model resilience
- Mohalla Clinics proved critical during COVID and continue expansion post-pandemic
- Non-tax revenue at Rs 1,050 crore from administrative fees and minor Central grants
Compare Delhi Budget โ Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2017-18 | 2018-19 | 2019-20 | 2020-21 | 2021-22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 47,700 crore | Rs 52,000 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | Rs 38,500 crore | Rs 48,500 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 5,200 crore | Rs 7,800 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | 1.4% | 0.4% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | Rs 32,000 crore | Rs 42,000 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Delhi State Budget 2021-22
The Delhi 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.
Delhi 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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