India's Fiscal Deficit Reaches Rs 3.1 Trillion in Q1 FY27 Amid Increased Spending
India's fiscal deficit for the April-June quarter of FY27 reached Rs 3.1 trillion, or 18.2% of the full-year target of Rs 16.96 trillion (4.3% of GDP), up from Rs 2.8 trillion a year earlier. Government spending rose to Rs 13.6 trillion, with capital expenditure increasing to Rs 3.4 trillion. Net tax receipts grew to Rs 6.4 trillion, supported by robust direct and indirect tax inflows, while non-tax revenue also saw a slight rise. Despite higher subsidy spending amid global challenges, the government maintained fiscal consolidation efforts.
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