New Delhi, March 23: The Delhi government has released the Economic Survey for 2025-26, marking the 17th edition of this series. The survey highlights the government’s efforts to transform delhi into a world-class, inclusive, equitable, and livable city, emphasizing the fulfillment of citizens’ aspirations.
According to advance estimates, Delhi’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) is expected to reach approximately ₹13.27 lakh crore at current prices for the fiscal year 2025-26, reflecting a robust growth of 9.42% compared to 2024-25. Similarly, the Per Capita Income is estimated to be around ₹5,31,610 at current prices, which is 7.92% higher than the previous year. This per capita income is projected to be about 2.5 times the National average, showcasing the city’s strong economic position.
The service sector continues to dominate Delhi’s economy, contributing 86.32% to the Gross State Value Added (GSVA). The secondary sector (industries, etc.) accounts for 12.88%, while the primary sector (agriculture, etc.) contributes a mere 0.80%. The rapid growth of Delhi’s economy is largely attributed to the service sector.
The government has maintained a tradition of revenue surplus, with the budget estimates for 2025-26 projecting a revenue surplus of ₹9,661.31 crore, which is 0.73% of the GSDP. A target of 15.54% increase in tax collection compared to the previous year has also been set.
The total budget for 2025-26 is ₹1 lakh crore, of which ₹59,300 crore has been allocated for various government schemes, programs, and projects. This is an increase of ₹20,300 crore from the budget estimate of ₹39,000 crore for 2024-25. The transport sector has received the highest priority in budget allocation, accounting for nearly 20% of the total allocation, followed by social security and welfare (17%), water supply and sanitation (15%), education (13%), and health (12%).
Inflationary pressures have also been evident in Delhi, with the annual average Consumer Price Index for industrial workers rising from 132.5 in 2024 to 139.4 in 2025, marking an increase of 4.9%.
Overall, Delhi’s economy is progressing with strong momentum. The leadership of the service sector, revenue surplus, and focus on development projects have kept the city’s economic condition robust. The government’s aim is to make Delhi an even more prosperous, inclusive, and globally recognized city.