Government Boosts Infrastructure with 10.23% Capex Hike in Budget 2025-26

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled a growth-oriented Union Budget for 2025-26, emphasizing fiscal prudence while maintaining a strong focus on infrastructure development. The budget features a substantial 10.23% increase in capital expenditure, demonstrating the government's commitment to driving economic growth through infrastructure investments. With a projected fiscal deficit of 4.4% of GDP and capital spending at 4.3% of GDP, the budget strikes a balance between fiscal consolidation and economic expansion. This strategic approach aims to stimulate private investment and accelerate India's economic recovery in the face of global headwinds.

Source: The Hans IndiaFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled a growth-oriented Union Budget for 2025-26, emphasizing fiscal prudence while maintaining a strong focus on infrastructure development. The budget features a substantial 10.23% increase in capital expenditure, demonstrating the government's commitment to driving economic growth through infrastructure investments. With a projected fiscal deficit of 4.4% of GDP and capital spending at 4.3% of GDP, the budget strikes a balance between fiscal consolidation and economic expansion. This strategic approach aims to stimulate private investment and accelerate India's economic recovery in the face of global headwinds.

Source: The Hans India