Mizoram State Budget 2007-08 Analysis
ActualsTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Mizoram FY 2007-08
Mizoram State Budget 2007-08 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 2,200 crore
(excl. borrowings)
Total Expenditure
Rs 2,680 crore
Fiscal Deficit
4.1%
Rs 180 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 580 crore
Tax Revenue
Rs 140 crore
Net to Centre
Interest Payments
Rs 220 crore
8% of expenditure
Mizoram Revenue Receipts 2007-08
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Mizoram Expenditure Breakdown 2007-08
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP โ Mizoram 2007-08
The fiscal deficit for Mizoram in 2007-08 is 4.1% of GSDP (Rs 180 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. Mizoram's deficit is above this threshold, driven by higher capital spending needs.
Interest payments at Rs 220 crore consume 8.2% of total expenditure.
Mizoram State Budget 2007-08 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 2,700 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 2,200 crore | 81.5% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 140 crore | 5.2% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 160 crore | 5.9% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 2,680 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 2,100 crore | 78.4% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 580 crore | 21.6% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 220 crore | 8.2% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 180 crore | 4.1% of GSDP |
Source: Mizoram State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Mizoram Budget 2007-08 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total expenditure of Rs 2,680 crore with revenue expenditure of Rs 2,100 crore constituting 78% of the outlay
- Revenue receipts at Rs 2,200 crore with own tax revenue of just Rs 140 crore โ extreme Central dependence
- Revenue deficit of Rs 100 crore as current spending slightly exceeds current revenue
- Fiscal deficit at 4.1% of GSDP (Rs 180 crore), elevated for a state with minimal own revenue capacity
- Capital expenditure at Rs 580 crore directed at road connectivity and bamboo sector development
- Total outstanding debt at Rs 2,500 crore with exceptionally high debt-to-GSDP ratio of 56.8%
- Interest payments at Rs 220 crore absorb 10% of revenue receipts โ a significant burden
- Tax revenue constitutes only 6.4% of total receipts โ the lowest ratio among Indian states
- Central transfers account for over 90% of Mizoram revenue base
- GSDP estimated at Rs 4,400 crore โ one of the smallest state economies in India
- Market borrowings at Rs 100 crore reflect limited capital market access for this small NE state
- Mizoram Accord of 1986 peace dividend continues to shape stable governance environment
Compare Mizoram Budget โ Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2003-04 | 2004-05 | 2005-06 | 2006-07 | 2007-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | โ | Rs 2,680 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | โ | Rs 2,200 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | โ | Rs 580 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | โ | 4.1% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | โ | Rs 140 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Mizoram State Budget 2007-08
The Mizoram 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.
Mizoram 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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