Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta tabled the Economic Survey 2025-26 in the Delhi Assembly on March 23, 2026. The report highlights a significant jump in the city’s per capita income and a massive boost in capital expenditure for infrastructure projects. Delhi’s economy continues to be driven by the service sector, contributing over 86% to the city’s value added, while showing growth rates that surpass the national average.
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What are the key economic growth figures for Delhi?
Delhi’s per capita income at current prices is expected to reach ₹5,31,610 in 2025-26, which is about 2.5 times higher than the national average. At constant prices, the growth rate is estimated at 7.09%. The Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) is projected to reach ₹13,27,055 crore at current prices, showing a healthy growth of 9.42% over the previous fiscal year. The government has also budgeted a revenue surplus of ₹9,661.31 crore for the upcoming period.
Major highlights and sector-wise statistics
The total budget outlay for 2025-26 has reached a historic ₹1,00,000 crore. The government has prioritized transport, social welfare, and water supply in its spending plan. Below are the key data points from the latest survey:
| Category | Details/Data Point |
|---|---|
| Transport Allocation | 20% of the total budget |
| Social Security | 17% of the total budget |
| Water & Sanitation | 15% of the total budget |
| Piped Water Access | 93.5% of Delhi households |
| Electric Buses | 4,338 buses by March 2026 |
| Motor Vehicles | 87.61 lakh registered units |
| Peak Power Demand | 8,442 MW in 2025-26 |
New welfare schemes and infrastructure updates
The government announced the Mahila Samridhi Yojana, which will offer ₹2,500 per month to women from low-income backgrounds. Additionally, the Ayushman Bharat scheme will be implemented to provide health insurance to residents. For education, 7,000 classrooms for grades 9 to 12 will be converted into smart classrooms with modern aids. The fiscal deficit of ₹13,703 crore is attributed to a 145% increase in capital expenditure, as the government focuses on building new assets and improving public services.
