Over the past decade, the debt burden has seen a dramatic rise. From ₹29,972 crore in 2010-11, the liabilities have more than tripled, growing by approximately 3.5 times in just ten years.

India's fiscal deficit showed a notable improvement in the first quarter of the current financial year, reflecting a decline compared to the same period last year. According to data released by the Finance Ministry, the fiscal deficit for April to June stood at 8.1 percent of the full year's estimate. This marks a significant drop from the 25.3 percent recorded in the same quarter of the previous year.

Delhi Finance Minister Atishi has launched a sharp critique of the Union Budget for 2024-25, accusing the central government of neglecting the national capital. Atishi's remarks highlight a growing discontent over the allocation of funds, suggesting that Delhi has been unfairly treated in the budgetary provisions.