Balancing India's Economic Strides: High vs. Low-Income States

NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Suman Bery highlighted the economic disparity between India's high-income and low-income states. High-income regions make up 26% of the population but contribute 44% of the GDP, while low-income states, comprising 38% of the population, generate only 19% of GDP.

NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Suman Bery addressed economic disparities between high and low-income states at the University of Hyderabad's Economics Conclave.

High-income regions, though only 26% of the population, significantly contribute to India's GDP compared to low-income states, raising developmental concerns.

Bery noted that while some states lag, potential for growth exists, citing increased employment, especially among women in agriculture.

(With inputs from agencies.)