India, Jan. 8 -- The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) on Wednesday presented a surplus budget of Rs 143.05 crore for the financial year 2026-27. The budget numbers show strong financial health while sharply increasing capital expenditure and keeping property tax rates unchanged.

The budget was presented at a special council meeting chaired by NDMC Chairman Keshav Chandra. Delhi minister and New Delhi MLA Parvesh Verma presided over the session. New Delhi MP Bansuri Swaraj, Vice-Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal and other council members were also present at the occasion.

According to budget estimates, NDMC's total receipts for 2026-27 are projected at Rs 5,953.07 crore, up from the revised estimate of Rs 5,689.27 crore for 2025-26. Actual...