Union Budget 2026-27: Total Expenditure Set at Rs 53.47 Lakh Crore



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The Union Budget 2026-27 has announced a total expenditure of Rs 53.47 lakh crore, aiming to boost economic growth through increased public spending, particularly in capital expenditure. The budget prioritises infrastructure development, social welfare, and aims for fiscal consolidation with a projected deficit of 4.3% of GDP. Key allocations include significant funds for capital spending, interest-free loans to states for infrastructure, and continued support for sectors like healthcare and agriculture.

The Union Budget 2026-27 has set the total expenditure at Rs 53.47 lakh crore, marking a significant expansion in public spending while maintaining a clear path toward fiscal consolidation. Replying to the debate in the Lok Sabha, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the Budget strikes a balance between supporting economic growth and adhering to fiscal discipline. The total outlay for FY 2026-27 reflects an increase over the previous year's revised estimates, underscoring the government's c
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FAQ :

The total expenditure for the Union Budget 2026-27 has been set at Rs 53.47 lakh crore.

The government has allocated Rs 12.2 lakh crore for capital spending, with the effective capital expenditure rising to Rs 17.1 lakh crore when combined with financial support to states.

The fiscal deficit for FY27 is projected at 4.3% of GDP.

The budget maintains focus on infrastructure development, healthcare expansion, agriculture support, and state transfers.

Despite increased spending, the government is committed to fiscal prudence with a projected deficit of 4.3% of GDP and aims to gradually reduce the debt-to-GDP ratio.




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