India's fiscal deficit for April-August at Rs 7.10 lakh crore, widens to 41.9% of FY27 aim

Centre’s fiscal deficit at 41.9% of FY27 target by August

The Centre’s fiscal deficit stood at Rs 7.1 lakh crore, or 41.9 per cent of the FY27 target, during April-August 2026, CGA data showed.

India's fiscal deficit for April-August at Rs 7.10 lakh crore, widens to 41.9% of FY27 aim

As FY27 progresses, India's fiscal deficit climbed to an alarming Rs 7.10 lakh crore within the first five months, representing 41.9% of the projected budget for the year. The total receipts amounted to Rs 13.68 lakh crore, aligning at 37.5% of the total budget. Meanwhile, government spending hit Rs 20.78 lakh crore, with major subsidies also rising to Rs 1.87 lakh crore amidst continuing fiscal challenges.

India’s Fiscal Gap Widens to INR 7.10 Lakh Crore During April-August

New Delhi, Sep 30: India’s fiscal deficit reached ₹7.10 lakh crore during April-August of FY27, accounting for 41.9 per cent of the full-year target, according to government data released on Wednesday. The fiscal deficit reflects [...]

India's fiscal deficit stands at Rs 7.10 lakh crore in 5 months of this fiscal: Govt data

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) India's fiscal deficit stood at Rs 7.10 lakh crore in the first five months of the current fiscal (April-August), accounting for 41.9 per cent of the government's full-year Budget Estimate (BE), according to official data released on Wednesday. The fiscal deficit stood at 38.1 per cent of the annual target. The Centre has budgeted a fiscal deficit of Rs 16.96 lakh crore for FY27. The government said it …

India’s fiscal deficit stands at Rs 7.10 lakh crore in 5 months of this fiscal: Govt data

New Delhi, Sep 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) India's fiscal deficit stood at Rs 7.10 lakh crore in the first five months of the current fiscal (April-August), accounting for 41.9 per cent of the government's full-year Budget Estimate... - Social News XYZ