Gujarat's public debt rises to Rs 4.30 lakh crore in 2025-26

Gujarat's public debt has risen to Rs 4.30 lakh crore in 2025-26, according to government figures. The state's debt servicing burden has increased, with interest payments projected at Rs 27,095 crore and principal repayment at Rs 34,025 crore for the current fiscal year.

In the previous fiscal year 2024-25, Gujarat paid Rs 25,604 crore towards interest and Rs 29,126 crore as principal. The revised estimates for 2025-26 indicate a rise in both interest and principal obligations, reflecting the state's growing debt commitments.