Revenue collection rises by Rs 25.67 billion
Summary
Government revenue rose by Rs 25.67 billion in the first two months of fiscal year 2026/27, reaching Rs 183.20 billion and 11.59 per cent of the annual target. But capital spending remained weak at just Rs 7.66 billion, leaving the government with a widening gap between receipts and expenditure.
Key Points
- Government revenue reached Rs 183.20 billion by the end of Bhadra, up Rs 25.67 billion from the same period last year.
- The government achieved 11.59 per cent of its annual revenue target, compared with 10.64 per cent a year earlier.
- Total receipts, including grants and other income, climbed to Rs 190.11 billion, while total expenditure rose to Rs 199.84 billion.
- Capital expenditure remained low at Rs 7.66 billion, only 1.78 per cent of the annual capital budget.
