Nagaland State Budget 2017-18 Analysis
ActualsTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Nagaland FY 2017-18
Nagaland State Budget 2017-18 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 7,500 crore
+15.4%
Total Expenditure
Rs 8,000 crore
+17.6%
Fiscal Deficit
2.5%
Rs 500 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 1,000 crore
+25.0%
Tax Revenue
Rs 1,000 crore
+25.0%
Interest Payments
Rs 600 crore
8% of expenditure
Nagaland Revenue Receipts 2017-18
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Nagaland Expenditure Breakdown 2017-18
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP โ Nagaland 2017-18
The fiscal deficit for Nagaland in 2017-18 is 2.5% of GSDP (Rs 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. Nagaland is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Interest payments at Rs 600 crore consume 7.5% of total expenditure.
Nagaland State Budget 2017-18 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 8,800 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 7,500 crore | 85.2% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 1,000 crore | 11.4% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 2,000 crore | 22.7% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 8,000 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 7,000 crore | 87.5% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 1,000 crore | 12.5% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 600 crore | 7.5% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 500 crore | 2.5% of GSDP |
Source: Nagaland State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Nagaland Budget 2017-18 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total expenditure expands to Rs 8,000 crore, a substantial 17.6% increase reflecting pre-election spending
- Revenue receipts at Rs 7,500 crore with own tax revenue crossing Rs 1,000 crore for the first time
- Revenue deficit at Rs 500 crore as expenditure growth matches revenue expansion
- Fiscal deficit at 2.5% of GSDP (Rs 500 crore), moderate by Nagaland historical standards
- Capital expenditure at Rs 1,000 crore โ the highest level recorded, driven by infrastructure push
- Non-tax revenue at Rs 2,000 crore reflects enhanced Central scheme disbursements
- Total outstanding debt at Rs 5,800 crore with debt-to-GSDP at 29.0% โ continued improvement
- Interest payments at Rs 600 crore grow alongside the expanding debt stock
- Market borrowings at Rs 900 crore fund the elevated capital expenditure programme
- GSDP reaches Rs 20,000 crore with nominal growth driven by services and construction sectors
- GST rollout in July 2017 replaces state VAT, initially disrupting collections before stabilising
- Pre-election spending ahead of February 2018 state assembly elections elevates expenditure
Compare Nagaland Budget โ Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2013-14 | 2014-15 | 2015-16 | 2016-17 | 2017-18 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 6,800 crore | Rs 8,000 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | Rs 6,500 crore | Rs 7,500 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 800 crore | Rs 1,000 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | Rs 800 crore | Rs 1,000 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Nagaland State Budget 2017-18
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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