Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2010-11 Analysis
ActualsTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Uttar Pradesh FY 2010-11
Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2010-11 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 1.02 lakh crore
+13.3%
Total Expenditure
Rs 1.26 lakh crore
+5.4%
Fiscal Deficit
3.4%
Rs 22,000 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 18,000 crore
-21.7%
Tax Revenue
Rs 55,000 crore
+11.1%
Interest Payments
Rs 16,500 crore
13% of expenditure
Uttar Pradesh Revenue Receipts 2010-11
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Uttar Pradesh Expenditure Breakdown 2010-11
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP â Uttar Pradesh 2010-11
The fiscal deficit for Uttar Pradesh in 2010-11 is 3.4% of GSDP (Rs 22,000 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 is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Interest payments at Rs 16,500 crore consume 13.0% of total expenditure.
Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2010-11 â Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 1.18 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 1.02 lakh crore | 86.4% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 55,000 crore | 46.6% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 47,000 crore | 39.8% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 1.26 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 1.08 lakh crore | 85.8% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 18,000 crore | 14.2% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 16,500 crore | 13.0% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 22,000 crore | 3.4% of GSDP |
Source: Uttar Pradesh State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Uttar Pradesh Budget 2010-11 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Mayawati's BSP government presented a budget focused on Dalit welfare and monument construction.
- Total expenditure at Rs 1.9 lakh crore with limited capital investment at Rs 25,000 crore.
- Central transfers under 13th Finance Commission constituted 58% of revenue receipts.
- State VAT collections of Rs 25,000 crore reflected the narrow formal tax base.
- MNREGA generated 30 crore person-days, providing critical rural employment support.
- Fiscal deficit at 3.6% of GSDP, above the FRBM ceiling for the third consecutive year.
- Agriculture grew 5% following good monsoon, supporting 75% of the workforce.
- Per-capita income at Rs 28,000, less than one-third of national average.
- Ambedkar memorial and park projects consumed Rs 3,000 crore in controversy.
- Education spending at Rs 30,000 crore but with 3 lakh teacher vacancies unfilled.
Compare Uttar Pradesh Budget â Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2006-07 | 2007-08 | 2008-09 | 2009-10 | 2010-11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | â | â | â | Rs 1.2 lakh crore | Rs 1.26 lakh crore |
| Revenue Receipts | â | â | â | Rs 90,000 crore | Rs 1.02 lakh crore |
| Capital Expenditure | â | â | â | Rs 23,000 crore | Rs 18,000 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | â | â | â | 4.4% | 3.4% |
| Own Tax Revenue | â | â | â | Rs 49,500 crore | Rs 55,000 crore |
Columns showing "â" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2010-11
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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