Uttar Pradesh Tops India in Capital Spending for Second Year in a Row

By A Staff Reporter

Lucknow, June 24 — Uttar Pradesh is set to retain its position as the leading Indian state in capital expenditure for the fiscal year 2025–26, according to a recent financial report. With an estimated 16.3% share of the national capex among states, UP continues its upward trajectory in infrastructure-led growth for the second consecutive year.

This surge in capital investment places UP ahead of traditionally dominant states such as Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Madhya Pradesh. The remarkable performance is being attributed to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s push for large-scale infrastructure projects and strategic economic reforms.

From expressways like the Ganga and Purvanchal to multiple new airports, logistics parks, and industrial corridors, the state is undergoing rapid transformation. Coupled with streamlined land acquisition, single-window clearances, and successful investor summits, UP has emerged as a prime destination for both domestic and foreign investors.

“This scale of infrastructure development not only enhances connectivity but also fuels employment and revenue generation,” said a senior state official. “We are aligning closely with India’s ambition to become a $5 trillion economy.”