Infra Spending to Soar: Indian Govt's Capex to Exceed ₹12 Lakh Crore in FY27

• India's infrastructure spending is projected to surpass ₹12 lakh crore in FY27, a 10% year-on-year increase, according to an SBI report.
• This surge reflects the government's sustained focus on infrastructure development and long-term economic growth.
• Central government capital expenditure has significantly increased from ₹2.5 lakh crore in FY16 to an estimated ₹11.2 lakh crore in FY26.
• Effective capital expenditure, including grants and CPSE investments, reached ₹15.5 lakh crore in FY26, with a grand total capex of ₹19.8 lakh crore.
• Capital expenditure as a share of GDP remained strong at 5.5% in FY26, emphasizing an infrastructure-led growth strategy.

Why It Matters: India's infrastructure spending is set to cross ₹12 lakh crore in FY27, driving economic growth.