Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2009-10 Analysis
ActualsTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Uttar Pradesh FY 2009-10
Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2009-10 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 90,000 crore
+32.4%
Total Expenditure
Rs 1.2 lakh crore
+21.8%
Fiscal Deficit
4.4%
Rs 23,760 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 23,000 crore
+24.3%
Tax Revenue
Rs 49,500 crore
+32.4%
Interest Payments
Rs 15,260 crore
13% of expenditure
Uttar Pradesh Revenue Receipts 2009-10
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Uttar Pradesh Expenditure Breakdown 2009-10
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP — Uttar Pradesh 2009-10
The fiscal deficit for Uttar Pradesh in 2009-10 is 4.4% of GSDP (Rs 23,760 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. Uttar Pradesh's deficit is above this threshold, driven by higher capital spending needs.
Interest payments at Rs 15,260 crore consume 12.7% of total expenditure.
Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2009-10 — Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 1.08 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 90,000 crore | 83.3% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 49,500 crore | 45.8% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 13,500 crore | 12.5% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 1.2 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 97,000 crore | 80.8% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 23,000 crore | 19.2% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 15,260 crore | 12.7% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 23,760 crore | 4.4% of GSDP |
Source: Uttar Pradesh State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Uttar Pradesh Budget 2009-10 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Global financial crisis had muted impact on UP due to limited exposure to formal financial sector.
- State VAT collections grew 8% to Rs 22,000 crore despite national economic slowdown.
- Fiscal deficit at 3.8% of GSDP, reflecting structural revenue weakness rather than cyclical factors.
- MNREGA spending doubled to Rs 8,000 crore as rural distress deepened.
- BSP government allocated Rs 2,500 crore for Ambedkar memorial complex in Noida.
- Agriculture contracted 3% following severe drought across Bundelkhand and eastern UP.
- Per-capita income at Rs 24,000, one-fourth of national average, the lowest nationally.
- Total state debt at Rs 1.8 lakh crore with debt-GSDP ratio at 33%.
- Central transfers provided 55% of revenue receipts under UPA government's inclusive growth framework.
- Power deficit reached 15%, with rural areas experiencing 14-hour daily load-shedding.
Compare Uttar Pradesh Budget — Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2005-06 | 2006-07 | 2007-08 | 2008-09 | 2009-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | — | — | — | Rs 98,500 crore | Rs 1.2 lakh crore |
| Revenue Receipts | — | — | — | Rs 68,000 crore | Rs 90,000 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | — | — | — | Rs 18,500 crore | Rs 23,000 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | — | — | — | 4.3% | 4.4% |
| Own Tax Revenue | — | — | — | Rs 37,400 crore | Rs 49,500 crore |
Columns showing "—" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2009-10
The Uttar Pradesh 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.
Uttar Pradesh 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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