Nagaland State Budget 2007-08 Analysis
ActualsTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Nagaland FY 2007-08
Nagaland State Budget 2007-08 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 2,900 crore
(excl. borrowings)
Total Expenditure
Rs 3,420 crore
Fiscal Deficit
2.9%
Rs 220 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 620 crore
Tax Revenue
Rs 260 crore
Net to Centre
Interest Payments
Rs 260 crore
8% of expenditure
Nagaland Revenue Receipts 2007-08
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Nagaland Expenditure Breakdown 2007-08
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP โ Nagaland 2007-08
The fiscal deficit for Nagaland in 2007-08 is 2.9% of GSDP (Rs 220 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. Nagaland is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Interest payments at Rs 260 crore consume 7.6% of total expenditure.
Nagaland State Budget 2007-08 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 3,500 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 2,900 crore | 82.9% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 260 crore | 7.4% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 240 crore | 6.9% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 3,420 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 2,800 crore | 81.9% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 620 crore | 18.1% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 260 crore | 7.6% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 220 crore | 2.9% of GSDP |
Source: Nagaland State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Nagaland Budget 2007-08 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total expenditure of Rs 3,420 crore with revenue expenditure of Rs 2,800 crore dominating the outlay
- Revenue receipts at Rs 2,900 crore with own tax revenue of just Rs 260 crore reflecting extreme Central dependence
- Revenue deficit of Rs 100 crore as current spending marginally exceeds current revenue
- Fiscal deficit at 2.9% of GSDP (Rs 220 crore), within manageable limits for a special category state
- Tax revenue constitutes only 9% of total revenue receipts โ among the lowest ratios nationally
- Central transfers including grants-in-aid account for over 85% of the state revenue base
- Capital expenditure at Rs 620 crore directed at road connectivity and administrative infrastructure
- Total outstanding debt at Rs 3,200 crore with debt-to-GSDP ratio at 42.1% โ elevated but typical for NE states
- Interest payments at Rs 260 crore consume nearly 9% of revenue receipts
- Market borrowings of Rs 120 crore supplement Central grants for capital investments
- GSDP estimated at Rs 7,600 crore with subsistence agriculture and government employment as primary economic drivers
- Naga peace process ongoing with ceasefire holding since 1997, shaping the security and development landscape
Compare Nagaland 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 3,420 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | โ | Rs 2,900 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | โ | Rs 620 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | โ | 2.9% |
| 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 Nagaland State Budget 2007-08
The Nagaland 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.
Nagaland 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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