New Delhi, March 24, 2026
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta presented the Delhi Budget 2026–27 in the Legislative Assembly, outlining a comprehensive development roadmap with a total outlay of ₹1,03,700 crore. The budget has been described as Delhi’s first “Green Budget,” emphasizing sustainability, infrastructure, and inclusive growth.
Opening the address, the Chief Minister stated that Delhi’s strength lies in its resilience and ability to rebuild itself. She highlighted that the city is now entering a new phase of transformation where policies are not limited to announcements but deliver measurable outcomes. The government, she noted, is leveraging a “triple engine” approach to accelerate growth and governance.
Strong Economic Growth and Fiscal Position
The budget presentation highlighted Delhi’s strong economic trajectory. According to the Economic Survey, the city continues to outperform the national average in growth.
Delhi’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) reached ₹12.13 lakh crore in 2024–25 with a growth rate of 8.9 percent. It is projected to rise further to ₹13.27 lakh crore in 2025–26. Delhi’s contribution to national GDP is expected to reach 3.72 percent, while per capita income is estimated at ₹5.3 lakh.
The government has projected a revenue surplus of ₹9,092 crore, reflecting a stable fiscal position and improved financial management.
Budget Composition and Revenue Sources
The total budget of ₹1,03,700 crore will be financed through multiple sources. Tax revenue is expected to contribute ₹74,000 crore, forming the largest share. Non-tax revenue is estimated at ₹900 crore.
Centrally sponsored schemes will contribute ₹3,931 crore, while ₹591 crore will come from the Central Road Fund. The government will also raise ₹16,700 crore through market loans. Additional funding includes ₹2,570 crore in central grants and ₹2,500 crore under the SASCI scheme.
The expenditure structure includes 70.3 percent revenue expenditure and 29.7 percent capital expenditure, ensuring a balance between operational needs and long-term asset creation.
Green Budget: Focus on Sustainability
A major highlight of the budget is its environmental focus. For the first time, Delhi has presented a “Green Budget,” with ₹22,236 crore—about 21 percent of the total outlay—dedicated to environmental initiatives.
Key measures include pollution control, expansion of waste-to-energy plants, carbon credit programs, and development of urban forests. These initiatives aim to improve air quality and promote sustainable urban living.
Infrastructure Development and Urban Growth
Infrastructure development remains a priority. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has been allocated ₹11,266 crore, while ₹5,921 crore has been set aside for the Public Works Department.
Urban development projects will receive ₹7,887 crore, with additional allocations for the Trans Yamuna Development Board (₹300 crore), unauthorized colonies (₹800 crore), and the Delhi Village Development Board (₹787 crore).
The government plans to redevelop 750 kilometres of roads with an allocation of ₹1,392 crore, along with construction of new flyovers, underpasses, and corridors to improve connectivity.
Water Supply and Sanitation Improvements
The Delhi Jal Board has been allocated ₹9,000 crore to strengthen water and sanitation infrastructure. Plans include setting up new water treatment plants and increasing sewerage capacity from 814 MGD to a long-term target of 1500 MGD.
Healthcare Expansion
The healthcare sector has been allocated ₹12,645 crore. The budget includes plans for new hospitals, expansion of ICU facilities, and strengthening of healthcare services.
Key initiatives include the expansion of the PM-JAY scheme, establishment of 750 Arogya Mandirs, and the launch of the “ANMOL” scheme for newborn health screening.
Education and Skill Development
Education continues to receive the largest allocation at ₹19,148 crore. The budget focuses on construction of new school buildings, expansion of digital classrooms, and strengthening of educational infrastructure.
Initiatives include 8,777 smart classrooms, free bicycles for girl students, laptops for meritorious students, and expansion of ITIs and skill development programmes.
Social Welfare and Women Empowerment
The government has allocated ₹2,392 crore for social welfare and ₹7,406 crore for women and child development.
Key initiatives include free bus travel for women, the “Lakhpati Bitiya” scheme, and the Women Auto Scheme (DURGA), aimed at promoting financial independence and safety for women.
Transport and Connectivity
The transport sector has been allocated ₹8,374 crore. The government plans to introduce 6,130 new electric buses, expand metro connectivity, implement EV Policy 2.0, and develop regional rapid transit system corridors.
Governance Reforms and Digital Initiatives
The budget includes governance reforms such as mini secretariats in 13 districts, digitization of land records, implementation of the Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS), and paperless registration processes.
Industry, Startups and Tourism Development
The government has proposed policies to support MSMEs, warehousing, semiconductor development, and drone technology.
Tourism has been allocated ₹412 crore, with plans to host an International Film Festival, strengthen Delhi’s branding, and develop heritage infrastructure.
