Telangana, Tamil Nadu Lead in GSDP Growth Among Largest States

Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Rajasthan have shown the highest GSDP growth among the ten largest states for FY24. Telangana’s GSDP reached ₹13.13 lakh crore for FY23, with an annual growth rate of 12.6% since 2014-15, surpassing the national average.

Piyush Shukla Published On September 4th, 2024

Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Rajasthan have reported the highest growth in real Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) for FY24 among the ten largest states based on their GSDP, according to recent data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). The services sector, which contributes significantly to the Gross Value Added (GVA) of large states, has played a crucial role in this economic expansion.

Telangana’s Economic Performance

Telangana’s GSDP for FY23 was pegged at ₹13.13 lakh crore, marking a 12.6% annual growth rate from 2014-15 to 2022-23, surpassing the national average growth rate of 11%. This performance underscores Telangana’s expanding role in the national economy, now contributing 4.8% to the overall national GDP.

Per Capita Income Trends

Recent data reveals an upward trend in per capita income across various states. For FY23, Telangana’s per capita Net State Domestic Product (NSDP) at current prices was ₹3,08,732, reflecting significant economic progress. Tamil Nadu’s per capita NSDP was ₹2,73,288, highlighting its robust economic performance as well.

Sector-Wise Contribution to GVA (2018-19 to 2022-23)

The services sector continues to be the largest contributor to GVA among major states. Key sectors include:

Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing: 18.42%
Manufacturing: 14.70%
Trade, Hotels, Transport, Communication, and Broadcasting: 17.98%
Financial, Real Estate, and Professional Services: 21.42%

These sectors have shown varying contributions to the overall GVA over the past five years, with services maintaining a significant share.

State-wise Per Capita NSDP Data

The per capita NSDP data for FY23 shows a diverse economic landscape across states:

Andhra Pradesh: ₹2,19,518
Haryana: ₹2,96,685
Karnataka: ₹3,01,673
Kerala: ₹2,28,767
Maharashtra: ₹2,42,247
Rajasthan: ₹1,56,149
Tamil Nadu: ₹2,73,288
Telangana: ₹3,08,732

Economic Activity and Sector Contributions

The data indicates that while the services sector continues to lead, other sectors like agriculture and manufacturing have also played pivotal roles in contributing to the overall GVA. The latest estimates emphasize the dynamic nature of state economies and their growth trajectories.