<h1>Principal advisor: Social sector now 21.6% of budget, spending up vastly; taxes, capex, GSDP growth rise; US tariffs threaten exports</h1> A state principal chief advisor reported that the social sector allocation constitutes 21.6% of the state budget, rising from Rs 7,000 crore (2010-11) to Rs 62,000 crore currently, and asserted significant increases in both direct and indirect tax collections attributable to the state between 2017-18 and 2024-25. The advisor stated that devolution follows Finance Commission recommendations, capital expenditure has risen, and revenue and fiscal deficits have fallen, while GSDP growth outpaced national GDP in 2024-25. The advisor warned that US tariff measures could legally and economically impact substantial state exports.