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Delhi's per capita income is projected to reach INR 5,31,610 at current prices as per the Advance Estimates for 2025-26, reflecting a growth of 7.92% over the previous financial year. The economic survey presented in the Delhi Assembly also indicates that the city's per capita income remains significantly higher than the national average, at nearly 2.5 times. Alongside this, Delhi's Gross State Domestic Product is expected to grow by 9.42%, while revenue surplus and tax collections are also budgeted to increase, highlighting overall economic expansion.
Delhi's per capita income at current prices is expected to reach INR 5,31,610 as per the Advance Estimates for 2025-26, marking a rise of 7.92% compared to 2024-25. The figures were presented in the economic survey for 2025-26 tabled in the Delhi Assembly by the Chief Minister earlier this week. Advertisement
The report also highlights that Delhi's per capita income is estimated to remain significantly higher than the national level, at approximately 2.5 times during the same period. This reflects the city's relatively stronger economic output and higher income levels compared to the broader national average.
In terms of overall economic performance, Delhi's Gross State Domestic Product at current prices is projected to reach INR 13,27,055 crore in 2025-26, registering a growth of 9.42% over the previous financial year. The steady increase in GSDP indicates continued expansion across key sectors contributing to the state's economy.
The economic survey further notes that the budgeted revenue surplus for 2025-26 stands at INR 9,661.31 crore, which accounts for 0.73% of the Gross State Domestic Product. This suggests that the state is expected to maintain a surplus position in its fiscal balance for the period under review.
Tax collections for the Delhi government are also budgeted to grow by 15.54% over the previous year. This increase is aligned with the broader rise in economic activity and is expected to support the government's revenue base.
The Budget for 2025-26 has been set at INR 1,00,000 crore, out of which INR 59,300 crore has been allocated toward government schemes, programmes, and projects. This allocation is higher by INR 20,300 crore compared to the INR 39,000 crore allocated in 2024-25 (BE), indicating an increased focus on developmental spending and implementation of public initiatives.
Source PTI
FAQ
Q1: What is Delhi's projected per capita income for 2025-26?
Delhi's per capita income is projected to reach INR 5,31,610 at current prices as per the Advance Estimates for 2025-26. This represents a growth of 7.92% compared to the previous financial year.
Q2: How does Delhi's per capita income compare with the national average?
Delhi's per capita income remains significantly higher than the national average, at nearly 2.5 times. This highlights the relatively stronger economic output and higher income levels in the capital compared to the rest of the country.
Q3: What is the projected growth of Delhi's Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP)?
Delhi's Gross State Domestic Product is expected to reach INR 13,27,055 crore in 2025-26, registering a growth of 9.42% over the previous financial year. This indicates steady expansion across key sectors of the economy.
Q4: What does the economic survey say about Delhi's fiscal position?
The economic survey indicates that Delhi is expected to maintain a revenue surplus in 2025-26, estimated at INR 9,661.31 crore, which accounts for 0.73% of the Gross State Domestic Product.
Q5: How are tax collections expected to perform in 2025-26?
Tax collections for the Delhi government are budgeted to grow by 15.54% compared to the previous year. This growth is linked to increased economic activity and is expected to strengthen the government's revenue base.
Q6: What is the total budget outlay for Delhi in 2025-26?
The total budget for Delhi in 2025-26 is set at INR 1,00,000 crore. A significant portion of this budget is allocated toward development and implementation of government schemes and projects.
Q7: How much has been allocated for government schemes and projects?
Out of the total budget, INR 59,300 crore has been allocated for government schemes, programmes, and projects. This is higher than the previous year's allocation, indicating increased focus on developmental spending and public initiatives.
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