Lakshadweep State Budget 2026-27 Analysis
Budget EstimateTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Lakshadweep FY 2026-27
Centrally Administered UT โ Union Budget Allocation
Lakshadweep does not have its own legislature. The data shown here represents the Union Budget allocation through the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Lakshadweep State Budget 2026-27 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 1,336 crore
+6.0%
Total Expenditure
Rs 1,682 crore
+6.1%
Fiscal Deficit
0.0%
Rs 0
Capital Expenditure
Rs 346 crore
+6.1%
Tax Revenue
Rs 15 crore
+25.0%
Interest Payments
Rs 0
0% of expenditure
Lakshadweep Revenue Receipts 2026-27
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Lakshadweep Expenditure Breakdown 2026-27
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Top 10 Departments by Allocation
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP โ Lakshadweep 2026-27
The fiscal deficit for Lakshadweep in 2026-27 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. Lakshadweep is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Lakshadweep State Budget 2026-27 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 1,682 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 1,336 crore | 79.4% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 15 crore | 0.9% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 10 crore | 0.6% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 1,682 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 1,336 crore | 79.4% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 346 crore | 20.6% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 0 | 0.0% of GSDP |
Source: Lakshadweep State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Lakshadweep Department-wise Expenditure 2026-27
Top departments by allocation in Lakshadweep for 2026-27
| Department โ | Revenue โ | Capital โ | Total โ | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. Public Works & Infrastructure | Rs 200 crore | Rs 130 crore | Rs 330 crore | 19.6% |
2. Shipping & Maritime | Rs 180 crore | Rs 60 crore | Rs 240 crore | 14.3% |
3. Education | Rs 200 crore | Rs 20 crore | Rs 220 crore | 13.1% |
4. Health & Family Welfare | Rs 160 crore | Rs 20 crore | Rs 180 crore | 10.7% |
5. Power & Energy | Rs 130 crore | Rs 45 crore | Rs 175 crore | 10.4% |
6. Fisheries & Marine Resources | Rs 100 crore | Rs 25 crore | Rs 125 crore | 7.4% |
7. General Administration | Rs 110 crore | Rs 6 crore | Rs 116 crore | 6.9% |
8. Water Supply & Sanitation | Rs 86 crore | Rs 20 crore | Rs 106 crore | 6.3% |
9. Tourism | Rs 90 crore | Rs 10 crore | Rs 100 crore | 5.9% |
10. Social Welfare | Rs 80 crore | Rs 10 crore | Rs 90 crore | 5.4% |
Lakshadweep Budget 2026-27 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total allocation rises to Rs 1,682 crore in 2026-27 BE, a 6.1% increase over 2025-26
- Revenue expenditure at Rs 1,336 crore covers the administration of India remotest inhabited territory
- Capital expenditure at Rs 346 crore invests in harbour completion and renewable energy infrastructure
- Public Works at Rs 330 crore continues seawall reinforcement and desalination capacity expansion
- Shipping and Maritime at Rs 240 crore supports new fast vessel induction and harbour commissioning
- Education at Rs 220 crore targets zero dropout rate and expands marine vocational training
- Health at Rs 180 crore establishes helicopter emergency medical services
- Power at Rs 175 crore targets 50% renewable energy penetration across the island chain
- Fisheries at Rs 125 crore completes tuna processing facility and pursues MSC certification
- GSDP estimated at Rs 3,300 crore with fisheries exports and tourism showing promise
- Tourism at Rs 100 crore expands regulated eco-tourism to Bangaram and Suheli islands
- Coral reef restoration programme expanded with international technical collaboration
Compare Lakshadweep Budget โ Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | 2025-26 | 2026-27 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 1,586 crore | Rs 1,682 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | Rs 1,260 crore | Rs 1,336 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 326 crore | Rs 346 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | Rs 12 crore | Rs 15 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Lakshadweep State Budget 2026-27
The Lakshadweep 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.
Lakshadweep 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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