<h1>Government to Raise Rs 8 Lakh Crore via Securities in H1 2025-26 to Bridge Revenue Gap</h1> The government plans to raise Rs 8 lakh crore through dated securities in the first half of the 2025-26 fiscal year to address the revenue gap. This is part of a total gross market borrowing of Rs 14.82 lakh crore for the year. The fiscal deficit is projected at 4.4% of GDP, amounting to Rs 15,68,936 crore. Net market borrowings from dated securities are estimated at Rs 11.54 lakh crore, with additional financing from small savings and other sources. Borrowing will be spread across various maturities, with weekly auctions and Treasury Bills issuance planned. The Reserve Bank of India has set the Ways and Means Advances limit at Rs 1.50 lakh crore for the first half.