<h1>Opposition Criticizes Mahayuti Govt: Debt Soars, Capital Expenditure Slashed, Public Welfare Spending Lags in State Budget</h1> The Leader of Opposition in Maharashtra's legislative council criticized the Mahayuti government for fiscal mismanagement, resulting in an average debt of Rs 82,000 per citizen. The state's annual interest payments are Rs 65,000 crore, and capital expenditure has been reduced from 13% to 11% in the 2025-26 Budget, impacting long-term growth. Only 44% of government spending benefits public welfare, with the rest servicing debt. The state's budget is Rs 7 lakh crore, with significant revenue and fiscal deficits. Additionally, reduced GST rebates from the Union government have strained finances, and Maharashtra's GDP growth ranking has dropped to fifth place.