Uttarakhand State Budget 2009-10 Analysis
ActualsTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Uttarakhand FY 2009-10
Uttarakhand State Budget 2009-10 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 8,400 crore
+12.0%
Total Expenditure
Rs 15,400 crore
+14.9%
Fiscal Deficit
6.0%
Rs 2,600 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 3,600 crore
+12.5%
Tax Revenue
Rs 4,100 crore
+13.9%
Interest Payments
Rs 1,700 crore
11% of expenditure
Uttarakhand Revenue Receipts 2009-10
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Uttarakhand Expenditure Breakdown 2009-10
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP โ Uttarakhand 2009-10
The fiscal deficit for Uttarakhand in 2009-10 is 6.0% of GSDP (Rs 2,600 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. Uttarakhand's deficit is above this threshold, driven by higher capital spending needs.
Interest payments at Rs 1,700 crore consume 11.0% of total expenditure.
Uttarakhand State Budget 2009-10 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 13,800 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 8,400 crore | 60.9% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 4,100 crore | 29.7% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 1,800 crore | 13.0% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 15,400 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 11,800 crore | 76.6% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 3,600 crore | 23.4% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 1,700 crore | 11.0% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 2,600 crore | 6.0% of GSDP |
Source: Uttarakhand State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Uttarakhand Budget 2009-10 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total expenditure increased to approximately Rs 18,500 crore as the state consolidated its post-pay-commission fiscal position while investing in infrastructure recovery.
- Revenue receipts reached Rs 15,800 crore, with own tax revenue touching Rs 4,900 crore reflecting the resilience of the Dehradun-Haridwar industrial cluster.
- The state transitioned politically with Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank replacing N.D. Tiwari as Chief Minister in mid-2009 following internal party dynamics.
- Central transfers grew to Rs 8,600 crore as the Thirteenth Finance Commission period began, increasing statutory devolutions for special category states.
- Education spending reached Rs 3,800 crore, with the Right to Education Act's impending implementation requiring expanded school infrastructure and teacher recruitment.
- Road construction investment at Rs 2,100 crore focused on national highway widening and hill district connectivity under PMGSY.
- Tourism revenues recovered from the 2008 dip, with over 22 million visitors recorded and Rs 550 crore allocated for tourism infrastructure enhancement.
- NREGS expenditure remained elevated at Rs 650 crore, providing employment security in hill districts despite the economy's broader recovery.
- Hydropower generation capacity crossed 3,500 MW with new projects commissioning on the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda river systems.
- The state launched its first comprehensive industrial policy, offering additional incentives to units in hill districts beyond the central package.
- Health spending at Rs 1,600 crore included construction of 150 new sub-centres under NRHM to reduce healthcare access gaps in remote areas.
- Revenue deficit narrowed to Rs 800 crore as revenue growth outpaced the stabilised salary expenditure.
- Fiscal deficit at Rs 2,500 crore returned closer to the 3% GSDP target, signalling fiscal consolidation.
- Agriculture department allocated Rs 1,100 crore with emphasis on organic farming certification โ Uttarakhand aimed to become India's first fully organic state.
- Urban development spending at Rs 500 crore focused on Dehradun's Master Plan implementation and sewage infrastructure for pilgrim towns.
Compare Uttarakhand Budget โ Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2005-06 | 2006-07 | 2007-08 | 2008-09 | 2009-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 13,400 crore | Rs 15,400 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | Rs 7,500 crore | Rs 8,400 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 3,200 crore | Rs 3,600 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | 5.7% | 6.0% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | Rs 3,600 crore | Rs 4,100 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Uttarakhand State Budget 2009-10
The Uttarakhand 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.
Uttarakhand 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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