Puducherry State Budget 2006-07 Analysis
ActualsTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Puducherry FY 2006-07
Puducherry State Budget 2006-07 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 2,700 crore
+12.5%
Total Expenditure
Rs 3,350 crore
+11.7%
Fiscal Deficit
3.2%
Rs 380 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 450 crore
+12.5%
Tax Revenue
Rs 740 crore
+13.8%
Interest Payments
Rs 140 crore
4% of expenditure
Puducherry Revenue Receipts 2006-07
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Puducherry Expenditure Breakdown 2006-07
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP โ Puducherry 2006-07
The fiscal deficit for Puducherry in 2006-07 is 3.2% of GSDP (Rs 380 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. Puducherry is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Interest payments at Rs 140 crore consume 4.2% of total expenditure.
Puducherry State Budget 2006-07 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 3,600 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 2,700 crore | 75.0% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 740 crore | 20.6% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 170 crore | 4.7% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 3,350 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 2,900 crore | 86.6% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 450 crore | 13.4% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 140 crore | 4.2% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 380 crore | 3.2% of GSDP |
Source: Puducherry State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Puducherry Budget 2006-07 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total expenditure at Rs 3,350 crore with continued urban infrastructure investment
- Revenue receipts at Rs 2,700 crore with own tax revenue at Rs 740 crore โ steady growth
- Revenue deficit of Rs 200 crore as establishment costs rise alongside revenue
- Fiscal deficit at 3.2% of GSDP (Rs 380 crore), moderate for the small UT
- Capital expenditure at Rs 450 crore focused on roads, drainage, and water supply
- Total outstanding debt at Rs 2,000 crore with debt-to-GSDP at 16.7%
- Interest payments at Rs 140 crore manageable against the revenue base
- Non-tax revenue at Rs 170 crore from Central grants and administrative fees
- GSDP at Rs 12,000 crore with manufacturing and tourism driving growth
- Market borrowings at Rs 280 crore fund infrastructure development
- Tourism promotion receives enhanced allocation with French heritage as anchor
- Special category status demand gains political traction
Compare Puducherry Budget โ Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2002-03 | 2003-04 | 2004-05 | 2005-06 | 2006-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 3,000 crore | Rs 3,350 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | Rs 2,400 crore | Rs 2,700 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 400 crore | Rs 450 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | 3.5% | 3.2% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | Rs 650 crore | Rs 740 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Puducherry State Budget 2006-07
The Puducherry 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.
Puducherry 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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