Fri May 16 16:47:02 IST 2025: **Summary:**

The Telangana government registered revenue receipts of ₹1.67 lakh crore for the financial year 2024-25, which is 75.85% of the projected ₹2.21 lakh crore. While tax revenues from most sectors were around 80% of projections, sales tax collection performed well. However, revenue through Grants in Aid and Contributions fell short of expectations. Expenditure on salaries, wages, and pensions exceeded budget estimates, as did interest payments. The state reported a revenue deficit and a fiscal deficit, although the primary deficit was lower than projected.

**News Article:**

**Telangana Government Revenue Falls Short of Projections in 2024-25**

**Hyderabad, May 16, 2025** – The Telangana government announced today that it achieved revenue receipts of ₹1.67 lakh crore for the financial year 2024-25. This figure represents 75.85% of the ₹2.21 lakh crore projected in the budget estimates.

The state’s performance was mixed. While sales tax collection exceeded expectations, overall tax revenue from most sectors lagged slightly behind budget projections. Revenue from Grants in Aid and Contributions significantly underperformed.

Expenditure on salaries, wages, and pensions surpassed budget estimates, with a notable increase in interest payments. The state reported a revenue deficit of ₹8,782 crore, a significant deviation from the projected revenue surplus. The fiscal deficit reached ₹48,322 crore, close to the budgeted figure. However, the primary deficit came in lower than initially estimated.

The government attributed the shortfall to various factors and stated its commitment to improving revenue generation in the coming financial year.

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