Where Data Tells the Story
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Ever wondered where the Indian government gets its money from and where it actually goes?
This infographic breaks down ₹1 of the Union Budget (2026) in the simplest way possible 👇
• Borrowings & liabilities – 24 paise
• Income tax – 21 paise
• Corporate tax – 18 paise
• GST & other indirect taxes – 15 paise
• Non-tax & capital receipts – 12 paise
• Customs & excise duties – 10 paise
• States’ share of taxes & duties – 22 paise
• Interest payments – 20 paise
• Defence – 11 paise
• Subsidies, pensions & welfare – 23 paise
• Central sector schemes & others – 24 paise
👉 Key takeaway:
A significant portion of government income goes towards interest payments and transfers, leaving limited room for fresh capital expenditure unless revenues grow faster.
Understanding this flow helps decode:
• Fiscal deficit debates
• Tax policy changes
• Infrastructure vs welfare spending
• Long-term economic sustainability