UP Budget Sees Decade's Biggest Jump Ahead of Elections

• Uttar Pradesh's Budget is set for its sharpest expansion in a decade, with total expenditure projected to reach Rs 9.13 lakh crore in FY27, a 27% increase from FY26.
• This marks the fastest pace of spending growth in at least a decade, signaling a stronger focus on welfare, public services, and administrative priorities before the upcoming elections.
• The increase is primarily driven by revenue expenditure, expected to grow over 31% in FY27, indicating a shift towards welfare programs, subsidies, salaries, and pensions.
• Key allocations include Rs 18,620 crore for women and child development (11% increase) and Rs 44,000 crore for law and order, reflecting government priorities.
• Capital outlay as a share of total spending is projected to decline slightly to 19.5% in FY27, suggesting welfare and operational expenditure are taking precedence over infrastructure.