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Chapter 1 Socio-Economic Survey, 2025-2026″ (Budget Publication No. 34)** published by the Government of Gujarat. This report has been prepared by the Office of the Director of Economics and Statistics, Gandhinagar under the General Administration Department (Planning) in February-2026.
All the main details and indexes included in this file are given in full below:
1. Introduction and structure
This publication outlines the key socio-economic activities of the state and achievements in different sectors of the state’s economy during the years 2024-25 and 2025-26. The report is divided into 4 main parts:
Part-1: Overview of Indian Economy and State Economy.
Part-2: Latest available information on important sectors of the state’s economy.
Part-3: Detailed Statistical Tables.
Part-4: Information on key indicators of the state and country.
—2. Main Content and Index Part-1: Economic Overview 1. Indian Economy: India’s economic situation at the international level and reports of various global organizations (IMF, World Bank, NSO, UNCTAD).
2. Gujarat Economy: Information about the state’s growth rate, per capita income and industrial share.
3. Important indicators of Gujarat State: Key figures of social and economic development. Part-2: Sector-wise economic and social review.
Population: Analysis based on Census-2011.
State Domestic Product: GDP figures at current and constant prices.
Agriculture and related sectors:
Agriculture (crop production and rainfall).
Horticulture (Fruits and Vegetables).
Irrigation (Micro irrigation methods).
Animal Husbandry (Milk, Egg and Wool Production).
Fisheries (marine and inland production).
Cooperatives and Forest and Environment.
Industries, Minerals and Employment:
Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) and MSME Registration.
Cottage and Village Industries.
Mineral production and employment-training (ITI status).
Infrastructure:
Gujarat Infrastructure Development Board (GIDB).
Electricity (installed capacity and consumption), railways and roads.
Motor Vehicles and Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC).
Civil Aviation (Airport and Passenger), Port and Water Supply.
Post-communication and banking facilities.
Social Sector:
Human Development, Education (status of primary, secondary and higher education).
Health and Family Welfare (Medical Institution and Vaccination).
Women and Child Development (Poshan Sudha and Mukhyamantri Matrishakti Yojana).
Urban Development, Rural Development, Tribal Development and Welfare of Scheduled Castes/Developing Castes.
Social Security.
Other Sectors:
Science and Technology (Semiconductor and Electronics Ecosystem). Public Distribution System (PDS), Public Finance, Planning and Price Index (CPI/WPI).
Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority (GSDMA) and Tourism.—3. Main Economic Points Indian Economy:
According to IMF’s World Economic Outlook (April-2025), India has overtaken Japan to become the world’s fourth largest economy with a GDP of USD 4.18 trillion. It is expected to overtake Germany and reach the third position in the next 2.5 to 3 years.
India’s GDP is expected to reach 7.3 trillion USD by 2030.
According to NSO and MoSPI estimates, India’s real GDP growth rate is estimated to be 7.4% during the financial year 2025-26.
According to the World Bank report, India’s growth rate for the year 2025-26 is estimated to be 7.2%. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India was 36.05 billion USD in the financial year 2013-14, which has increased to 80.62 billion USD in 2024-25. Services sector is on top with 19% share.
In the Human Development Index (HDI) 2025 report, India is ranked 130th among 193 countries and its value has increased from 0.676 to 0.685.
India ranks 38th in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025.
Economy of Gujarat:
Gujarat accounts for only 5 percent of the total population of the country, but it contributes about 8.3 percent to the country’s economy.
Gujarat has the largest share in national industrial production, i.e. more than 18 percent.
The state’s per capita income is about 1.7 times higher than the national average. Gujarat ranks 10th in the country in terms of population and 5.97 percent in terms of area.
Animal Husbandry and Farming:
Gujarat is the fourth largest contributor to milk production and second largest contributor to wool production in India.
In the year 2024-25, Gujarat’s share in the country’s total milk production was 7.78 percent and in wool production was 6.22 percent. According to the guidelines of the Government of India, the 21st livestock census has been successfully completed in the state.—4. Important Social Welfare Scheme Women and Child Development:
Poshan Sudha Yojana: Under this scheme, pregnant and lactating mothers in tribal areas are provided complete nutritious food, iron and calcium tablets once a day at Anganwadi centres. A budget provision of Rs 89.65 crore has been made for the year 2025-26. Mukhyamantri Matrishakti Yojana (MMY): Special nutritious food is provided through Anganwadi centres, with a focus on the first 1000 days of life (from conception to the child’s second birthday) to maintain the health of mother and child.
PMMVY 2.0: In the year 2025-26 (till October-2025), more than 3.10 lakh beneficiaries have been given direct benefits of Rs 93.80 crore.
Rural and Tribal How
PM-JANMAN Scheme: Under this scheme, houses are sanctioned specifically for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). In the financial year 2024-25, an expenditure of ₹119.05 crore was incurred against a provision of ₹163.99 crore for this scheme. In the year 2025-26 as well, 3,198 housing units have been completed by November 2025.
Disaster Management:
‘District Emergency Operation Centres’ (DEOCs) have been established in all 33 districts of the state. Five ‘Regional Emergency Response Centres’ (RERCs) are operational in Rajkot, Vadodara, Surat, Gandhidham, and Gandhinagar to provide immediate relief during natural and man-made disasters.—5. List of Detailed Statistical Tables (Statistical Tables Index): Tables provided at the end of the report for detailed comparison: Tables 1.1 to 1.13: District-wise data on population and persons with disabilities, and projected population up to 2036.
Tables 2.1 to 2.5: State’s Net/Gross Domestic Product at current and constant prices, categorized by industrial group.
Tables 3.1 to 3.10: District-wise information on rainfall, area under major crops and horticultural crops, milk production, and veterinary treatment centres.
Tables 6.1 to 6.11: District-wise data on the number of factories, employment, strikes and lockouts, and economic calculation details. Sheets 8.1 to 8.4: Installed power capacity, electricity consumption, and progress of rural electrification.
Sheets 11.1 to 11.8: District-wise data on educational institutions, drop-out rates, and SSC/HSC examination results. Sheets 15.1 to 16.4: Wholesale and Consumer Price Indices (CPI/WPI) and data regarding the state government’s budgetary position, revenue-expenditure, and income tax.
This file is a key document from the “Socio-Economic Survey, 2025-2026” (Budget Publication No. 34) published by the Government of Gujarat. The report was prepared in February 2026 by the Office of the Director of Economics and Statistics, Gandhinagar, under the General Administration Department (Planning). The key details and indices included in this file are listed below: 1. Introduction and Structure: This publication outlines the state’s major socio-economic activities and achievements across various sectors of the state economy during the years 2024-25 and 2025-26. The report is divided into four main parts:
Part-1: Overview of the Indian economy and the state economy. Part-2: Latest available information on key sectors of the state economy. Part-3: Detailed statistical sheets. Part-4: Information on key indicators for the state and the country. — 2. Key Content and Index: Part-1: Economic Overview 1. Indian Economy: India’s international economic situation and reports from various global organizations (IMF, World Bank, NSO, UNCTAD).
2. Gujarat’s Economy: Information on the state’s growth rate, per capita income, and industrial share.
3. Key Indicators of Gujarat State: Major statistics regarding social and economic development. Part-2: Sector-wise Economic and Social Review
Population: Analysis based on Census 2011. State Domestic Product: GDP figures at current and constant prices.
Agriculture and allied sectors:
Agriculture (crop production and rain-fed farming).
Horticulture (fruits and vegetables).
Irrigation (micro-irrigation methods).
Animal husbandry (milk, egg, and wool production).
Fisheries (marine and inland production).
Cooperation, as well as forests and environment.
Industries, minerals, and employment:
Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) and MSME registration.
Cottage and village industries.
Mineral production and employment-training (status of ITIs).
Infrastructure:
Gujarat Infrastructure Development Board (GIDB).
Electricity (installed capacity and consumption), railways, and roads.
Motor vehicles and Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC).
Civil aviation (airports and passengers), ports, and water supply; postal-communication and banking facilities.
Social sector:
Human development, education (status of primary, secondary, and higher education).
Health and family welfare (medical institutions and vaccination).
Women and child development (Poshan Sudha and Mukhyamantri Matrushakti Yojana).
Urban development, rural development, tribal development, and welfare of Scheduled Castes/Developing Tribes.
Social security.
Other sectors:
Science and technology (semiconductor and electronics ecosystem).
Public Distribution System (PDS), public finance management, planning, and price indices (CPI/WPI).
Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority (GSDMA) and tourism.—3. Key Economic Highlights – Indian Economy:
According to the IMF’s World Economic Outlook (April 2025), India has surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, with a GDP of USD 4.18 trillion. It is projected to overtake Germany and reach the third position within the next 2.5 to 3 years.
India’s GDP is likely to reach USD 7.3 trillion by the year 2030.
According to estimates by the NSO and MoSPI, India’s real GDP growth rate is projected to be 7.4 percent during the 2025-26 financial year.
A World Bank report projects India’s growth rate at 7.2 percent for the year 2025-26.
In the 2013-14 financial year, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India stood at…
…USD 6.05 billion, a figure that has risen to USD 80.62 billion in 2024-25. The service sector leads with a 19% share.
In the Human Development Index (HDI) 2025 report, India ranks 130th out of 193 countries, and…
Its value has risen from 0.676 to 0.685.
India ranks 38th in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025.
Gujarat’s Economy:
Gujarat is home to only 5 percent of the country’s total population but contributes approximately 8.3 percent to the national economy.
Gujarat holds the largest share in national industrial production, exceeding 18 percent.
The state’s per capita income is approximately 1.7 times higher than the national average.
In terms of population, Gujarat ranks 10th in the country, and in terms of area, it accounts for 5.97 percent of the total. Animal Husbandry and Agriculture:
Gujarat is the fourth-largest contributor to milk production and the second-largest contributor to wool production in India.
In the year 2024-25, Gujarat’s share in the country’s total milk production was 7.78 percent, and its share in wool production was 6.22 percent. In accordance with the Government of India’s guidelines, the 21st Livestock Census has been successfully completed in the state. —4. Key Social Welfare Schemes – Women and Child Development:
Poshan Sudha Yojana: Under this scheme, pregnant and lactating mothers in tribal areas are provided with a full nutritious meal once a day, along with iron and calcium tablets, at Anganwadi centers. A budget provision of ₹89.65 crore has been made for the year 2025-26. Mukhyamantri Matrushakti Yojana (MMY): Focusing on the health of the mother and child during the first 1,000 days of life (from conception to the child’s second birthday), special nutritious food is provided through Anganwadi centers. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana 2.0 (PMMVY 2.0): In the year 2025-26 (up to October 2025), benefits amounting to ₹93.80 crore have been directly provided to over 3.10 lakh beneficiaries. Rural and Tribal Housing:
PM-JANMAN Scheme: Under this scheme, houses are sanctioned specifically for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). In the financial year 2024-25, an expenditure of ₹119.05 crore was incurred against a provision of ₹163.99 crore for this scheme. In the year 2025-26 as well, 3,198 houses have been completed by November 2025.
Disaster Management:
‘District Emergency Operation Centres’ (DEOCs) have been established in all 33 districts of the state. Five ‘Regional Emergency Response Centres’ (RERCs) are operational in Rajkot, Vadodara, Surat, Gandhidham, and Gandhinagar to provide immediate relief during natural and man-made disasters.—5. List of Detailed Statistical Tables (Statistical Tables Index): Tables provided at the end of the report for detailed comparison: Tables 1.1 to 1.13: District-wise data on population and persons with disabilities, and projected population up to 2036.
Tables 2.1 to 2.5: State’s Net/Gross Domestic Product by industrial group at current and constant prices.
Sheets 3.1 to 3.10: District-wise information on rainfall, area under major crops and horticultural crops, milk production, and animal health centres.
Sheets 6.1 to 6.11: District-wise data on the number of factories, employment, strikes/lockouts, and economic calculation details. Sheets 8.1 to 8.4: Installed power capacity, electricity consumption, and progress of village electrification.
Sheets 11.1 to 11.8: District-wise statistics on educational institutions, drop-out rates, and SSC/HSC exam results. Sheets 15.1 to 16.4: Wholesale and Consumer Price Indices (CPI/WPI), state government budgetary position, revenue-expenditure, and income tax statistics. The PDF file provided is the official and complete document of the “Socio-Economic Survey, 2025-2026” (Budget Publication No. 34) issued by the Government of Gujarat. This report was prepared in February 2026 by the Office of the Director of Economics and Statistics, Gandhinagar, under the General Administration Department (Planning). The key chapters, statistical details, and economic review material included in this file are presented as follows:—1. Report Structure and Introduction (Preface and Structure): This publication outlines the state’s key socio-economic activities and the latest achievements across various sectors of the state economy during the years 2024-25 and 2025-26. The report is divided into four main parts:
Part-1: Overview of the Indian and State economies. Part-2: Up-to-date details on key sectors of the state economy. Part-3: Detailed statistical sheets (A-1 to A-98). Part-4: Comparative sheets of key indicators for the state and the country.—2. Main Sector-wise Content and Chapters (Index of Sectors) Part-1: Overview of the Economy 1. Indian Economy: India’s economic situation at the international level and reports from various global organizations.
2. Gujarat Economy: State growth rate, per capita income, and share in the country’s development. 3. Key Indicators of Gujarat State: Significant statistics reflecting social and economic progress. Part-2: Sector-wise social and economic progress.
Population: 2011 Census data and population projections up to 2036.
State Domestic Product: GDP (GSDP) figures at current and constant prices.
Agriculture and Allied Sectors:
Agriculture: Annual rainfall and area/productivity of major crops. Horticulture: Data on fruits, vegetables, and spice crops. Irrigation: Progress of micro-irrigation systems (drip and sprinkler systems). Animal Husbandry: Estimated production of milk, eggs, and wool.
Livestock and livestock census. Fisheries: Data on marine and inland fish production. Cooperation, Forests, and Environment: Status of cooperative societies and forest areas.
Industries, Minerals, and Employment:
Industries and Surveys: Registrations under enterprise registration (ASI)…
Annual survey of registered MSME units and industries.
Cottage and Village Industries: Small-scale industries operating at the rural level.
Mineral Production: Value of major and minor minerals available in the state.
Employment and Training: Operations of employment exchange offices and the status of ITIs.
Infrastructure:
Gujarat Infrastructure Development Board (GIDB).
Power: Installed capacity, production, and consumption of conventional and non-conventional (wind and solar energy) power.
Transport: Length of railway lines, road development, motor vehicle registration, and the progress of the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC).
Civil Aviation and Ports: Status of passenger movement at airports and cargo handling at ports.
Water Supply, Post-Communication, and Banking Facilities: Status of bank branches and credit.
Social Sector:
Human Development and Education (primary, secondary, higher, and technical education).
Health and Family Welfare (medical institutions, vaccination, and maternity services).
Women and Child Development, Urban Development, Rural Development, and Tribal Development.
Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Developing Tribes, and Social Security.
Other Sectors:
Science and Technology (semiconductor and electronics ecosystem).
Public Distribution System (PDS) and Public Finance (state budgetary position).
Price Indices (CPI/WPI), Disaster Management (GSDMA), and Tourism.—3. Key Economic and Social Highlights (Key Findings) A. Indian Economy:
India on the Global Stage: According to the IMF report (April 2025), India has surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, with a GDP of USD 4.18 trillion. India’s GDP is projected to reach USD 7.3 trillion by 2030. Growth Rate: According to the National Statistical Office (NSO), India’s real GDP growth rate is projected to be 7.4% during the 2025-26 financial year. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): FDI inflow into India was USD 36.05 billion in the 2013-14 financial year and rose to USD 80.62 billion in 2024-25, with the services sector leading at a 19% share. Human Development and Innovation: India’s Human Development Index (HDI) value rose from 0.676 to 0.685 (ranking 130th) in 2025. India ranks 38th in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025. Demographic Dividend (Youth Dividend): Over 65% of India’s population is under the age of 35, with a median age of 28 years—significantly lower than that of China (38 years) and Japan (48 years). B. Gujarat’s Economy: Contribution to National Development: Gujarat accounts for 6% of the country’s total geographical area and approximately 5% of its population, yet it contributes a substantial 8.2% to the national economy. It is one of the fastest-growing economies in the country. Cargo Handling (Ports): Gujarat handled a total of 637.84 million tonnes of cargo during 2024-25. The state accounts for a 17.59% share of the total cargo handled by India’s major ports. GST Collection: The state recorded a GST collection of ₹1,36,748.00 crore, an increase of ₹11,579 crore compared to the previous year. Animal Husbandry Sector: In the animal husbandry industry, Gujarat ranks second in wool production and fourth in milk production in India. Key Social Welfare and Development Schemes – Women and Child Development:
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana 2.0 (PMMVY 2.0): In the year 2025-26 (up to October 2025), direct financial benefits amounting to ₹93.80 crore have been provided to over 3.10 lakh beneficiary mothers.
PM Jan Arogya Yojana – Mukhyamantri Amrutam (PMJAY-MA): To ensure quality medical treatment for poor and middle-class families, this scheme provides free health coverage of up to ₹10 lakh. Rural Housing (PM-JANMAN): Under this scheme, houses are sanctioned specifically for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs); approximately 3,129 houses have been completed out of the spillover target for 2024-25.
Social Security (Vruddha Sahay Yojana): Financial assistance of ₹1,000 per month for destitute elderly citizens (aged 60–79 years) and ₹1,250 per month for those above 80 years of age is deposited directly into their bank accounts via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
Public Distribution and Assistance:
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana and PNG/LPG Assistance: To protect women in poor families from cooking smoke, over 43 lakh gas connections have been provided to date, and the state government facilitates the free refilling of two LPG cylinders annually. — 5. New Initiatives in Science and Technology: The government has established the “Gujarat State Electronics Mission (GSEM)” to transform the state into a global hub for the semiconductor and electronics manufacturing sectors, creating a favorable environment for attracting significant investment and generating employment in this field. (Note: The remaining sections of the report contain detailed tables for all these chapters, district-wise statistics, and statistical data sheets such as the Consumer Price Index (CPI).) Since this report (Socio-Economic Review, 2025-2026) is very detailed and voluminous, its main structure and key issues were covered in the previous response.
All other detailed information and statistics provided in the PDF are presented here chapter-wise: — Remaining details for Part-1 and Part-21. Demographics – Detailed Sex Ratio: According to the 2011 Census, in Gujarat, for every 100…
The female-to-male ratio stands at 919. Specifically, it is 949 in rural areas and 880 in urban areas.
Literacy Rate: The state’s average literacy rate is 78.03%, with male literacy at 85.75% and female literacy at 70.73%. The literacy rate in urban areas (84.76%) is significantly higher than in rural areas (71.71%). Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST): The SC population in the state is approximately 6.7%, while the ST (tribal) population is around 14.8%, concentrated primarily in the eastern districts. 2. State Gross Domestic Product (GSDP) and Economic Growth (GSDP Deep Dive) – GDP at constant and current prices: Based on constant prices with 2011-12 as the base year, the state’s economy has shown positive growth rates across the primary sector (agriculture and allied activities), secondary sector (industries and manufacturing), and tertiary sector (services).
Sector-wise Share: Gujarat leads the country in the manufacturing and construction sectors. Within the services sector, the shares of banking, insurance, tourism, and IT are growing rapidly. 3. Additional Information on Agriculture and Horticulture Sectors: Major Crops: Cotton, groundnut, paddy, and pearl millet (bajra) are the primary crops cultivated during the Kharif season, while wheat, cumin, mustard, and gram (chickpea) are the main crops during the Rabi season. Significant groundnut and cotton production has been recorded in North Gujarat and Saurashtra. Horticulture: Mango and sapota (chikoo) are the major crops in Valsad and Navsari districts, whereas banana production leads in Anand and Kheda. There has been a substantial increase in the cultivation of *Kharek* (dates) and dragon fruit in Kutch district. Micro-irrigation: Farmers receive substantial subsidies through the ‘Gujarat Green Revolution Company’ (GGRC) to conserve water. 4. Industries, MSME, and Mineral Resources (Industries and Minerals) MSME Registration: The registration of lakhs of micro, small, and medium enterprises under the ‘Udyam Portal’ has created new employment opportunities. Ahmedabad, Surat, Rajkot, and Jamnagar have emerged as major industrial hubs. Mineral Resources: Gujarat holds a significant position in the production of minerals such as lignite, bauxite, fluorspar, and bentonite. Additionally, construction-grade sand and limestone are mined on a large scale as secondary minerals, supporting the cement industry. 5. Transport and Ports (Transport & Ports) Road Infrastructure: The state boasts an extensive network of national highways, state highways, and panchayat-owned rural roads. Work is underway to pave and widen major district roads.
Kandla and Non-Major Ports: Kandla (Deendayal Port) is the country’s largest government-owned port, while non-major ports like Mundra, Pipavav, Dahej, and Hazira—operating under private and PPP models—are achieving record-breaking performance in container cargo handling. 6. Social Welfare and Details of Other Schemes (Social Welfare and Healthcare) School Drop-out Rate: Initiatives like ‘Kanya Kelavani Rath Yatra’ and ‘Shala Praveshotsav’ have brought the school drop-out rate at the primary level down to single digits (a very low level).
Health and Institutional Delivery: Under the ‘Khilkhilat Drop Back Scheme,’ a system is in place to transport newborns and mothers from government hospitals to their homes free of cost; this has pushed the institutional delivery rate above 99 percent and led to a significant reduction in maternal and infant mortality rates. Economic Upliftment of Women (Mission Mangalam): Under the ‘Mission Mangalam’ scheme, rural women are organized into ‘Sakhi Mandals’ (Self-Help Groups – SHGs) and provided with bank credit, enabling them to become self-reliant through cottage industries. — Part-3: Deep Data Breakdown of Statistical Sheets. The tables provided at the end of the PDF present the following detailed information: 1. Population Sheet: Taluka-wise and district-wise population distribution, sex ratio, urbanization rates (with Ahmedabad and Surat districts having the highest urban populations), and specific statistics regarding physically or mentally challenged individuals.
2. Agriculture and Rainfall: District-wise average rainfall data for the past 10 years, analysis of years with excess rainfall or drought, and annual income per hectare from major cash crops (oilseeds and cotton).
3. Educational Statistics: Number of government versus private schools; seat availability in higher education (engineering, medical, and arts/commerce/science colleges); and district-wise pass results for S.S.C. (Class 10) and H.S.C. (Class 12).
4. Price Index: Inflation rates based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks monthly fluctuations in the prices of daily essentials such as food, clothing, fuel, and housing.
5. State Finances: The state government’s own tax revenue (GST, stamp duty, land revenue, vehicle tax) alongside grants and tax shares received from the Central Government, illustrating the state’s year-wise financial position. It also details the state’s budgetary deficit or surplus and public debt. Thus, this document serves as a comprehensive statistical mirror reflecting Gujarat’s economic progress and the government’s efforts toward the social welfare of its citizens. An outline of the key chapters and significant statistics was provided in previous responses. Based on the “Socio-Economic Review, 2025-2026” report, comprehensive and detailed statistical information regarding the remaining aspects is presented below, organized by chapter: 1. Overview of Economic Growth and the Economy (Extended Sta…Statistics)
India in the Global Perspective: According to the IMF report, India ranks fourth with a GDP of USD 4.18 trillion. As per the World Bank’s January 2026 Global Economic Prospects report, India’s growth rate is projected to be 7.2% for the 2025-26 financial year, driven by strong domestic demand and tax reforms. While India will remain the world’s fastest-growing major economy, the growth rate is likely to moderate to 6.5% in 2026-27. According to the NSO and MoSPI, the real GDP growth rate for 2025-26 is projected at 7.4%, and the nominal GDP growth rate at 8.0%. Demographic Dividend: According to the U.S. Census Bureau, India’s population is projected to exceed 1.46 billion in 2025, accounting for over 18% of the global population. More than 65% of India’s population is under the age of 35, with a median age of 28 years. According to the UNFPA, India will remain one of the world’s youngest nations until 2055. Human Development and Social Indicators: According to the Human Development Report (HDR) 2025, India ranks 130th out of 193 countries. India’s HDI value has risen from 0.676 to 0.685, reflecting progress in education, life expectancy, and income. India has secured a spot in the global top 100 for the first time in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index 2025, ranking 99th out of 167 countries. India has also shown significant improvement in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2024, achieving a rank of 49. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): In the financial year 2024-25, India received a total foreign investment of USD 80.62 billion, which is 14% higher than the previous year’s USD 71.28 billion. The services sector holds the top position with a 19% share, followed by the computer software and hardware sector with a 16% share. 2. Population and Geographical Location
Census 2011 Data: According to the 2011 Census, Gujarat’s total population was 6.04 crore, comprising a rural population of 3.46 crore and an urban population of 2.5 crore. Over the preceding decade, the rural population increased by 29.54 lakh and the urban population by 68.15 lakh. National Standing: Among the states, Gujarat ranks 10th in terms of population and 14th in terms of population density (excluding Union Territories). Gujarat accounts for 5.97 percent of the country’s total geographical area. 3. Agriculture and Allied Sectors
Atal Bhujal Yojana: Under this scheme, 36 talukas and 1,873 gram panchayats across six districts of Gujarat (Banaskantha, Gandhinagar, Kutch, Mehsana, Patan, and Sabarkantha) have been covered. 21st Livestock Census: In accordance with the guidelines of the Government of India’s Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, the 21st Livestock Census has recently been completed in Gujarat, and the data verification process is currently underway. Environment and Air Quality: The Gujarat Pollution Control Board monitors air quality in the state’s major cities and around industrial estates. Water and air quality are assessed under projects such as the Global Environmental Monitoring System (GEMS) and the Monitoring of Indian National Aquatic Resources System (MINARS). 4. Industries, Cottage Industries, and Employment (Khadi and Village Industries Board): The Khadi sector provides large-scale employment in the state. During the specified period, employment was provided to 13,120 people through Khadi sales worth ₹19,528.46 lakh and to 5,154 people through sales worth ₹11,958.11 lakh in the village industries sector. Gujarat Pottery Artists and Rural Technology Institute: Aiming to provide self-employment opportunities to the state’s youth, this institute conducts short-term training programs across 10 different trades. In the year 2024-25, training was provided to 7,196 beneficiaries against a target of 7,050. Meanwhile, for the year 2025-26 (up to October 2025), training activities are underway against a target of 7,100.5. Infrastructure and Energy
Agricultural Power Line Improvement: A ‘Feeder Division Scheme’ is being implemented to ensure quality power supply to consumers by replacing old, worn-out power lines and other equipment on agricultural feeders. During 2020-25, 4,661 km of power lines were replaced and 307 agricultural feeders were bifurcated at a cost of ₹75.47 crore. In 2025-26 (up to October 31, 2025), 1,919 km of power lines were replaced and work on 154 agricultural feeders was completed at a cost of ₹41.24 crore. Solar Rooftop Scheme (Surya-Gujarat): This scheme was launched on August 5, 2019, to promote the use of solar energy among residential electricity consumers. During 2023-24, the installed capacity of solar energy stood at 565.93 MW. 6. Social Welfare and Women & Child Development (Social Sector)
Free Textbook Scheme: Free textbooks are provided at the beginning of the academic session to all children in schools run by the District Education Committee and the Town Primary Education Committee. In the year 2024-25, approximately 53.37 lakh students were covered at a cost of ₹17,872.00 lakh. For the year 2025-26, there is a plan to cover 54.83 lakh students with a special budget provision of ₹250.00 lakh. Disease Control and Health: Under the state’s ‘Epidemic Control Programme,’ large-scale efforts are being undertaken to control water-borne diseases (diarrhea, vomiting, jaundice, cholera), Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever, zoonotic diseases (leptospirosis), and airborne infectious diseases. Under the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan, on the 9th of every month, expert doctors…Pregnant mothers are examined. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana 2.0 (PMMVY 2.0): During the year 2024-25, a total of Rs 180.96 crore was paid to 6,02,039 beneficiaries. In the year 2025-26 (ending October-2025), a benefit of Rs 93.80 crore has been given directly into the bank accounts of 3,10,924 beneficiaries. Celebration of Tuesday and Poshan Sudha: In Anganwadis, ‘Food Distribution and Children’s Day’ is celebrated on the third Tuesday and ‘Food Distribution and Poorna Day’ is celebrated on the fourth Tuesday. For this, there is a budget provision of Rs 31.84 crore in the year 2025-26. Till December-2025, 17,99,277 beneficiaries have participated in 1,04,601 Mangal Diwas celebrations across the state. Under ‘Poshan Sudha Yojana’, a payment of Rs 93.80 crore has been made in the year 2024-25. As against the provision of Rs 128.98 lakh, hot nutritious food was provided to 1.53 lakh tribal women at a cost of Rs 113.82 crore. Against the provision of Rs 89.65 crore for the year 2025-26, 1.02 lakh women have benefited at a cost of Rs 45.40 crore till January 13, 2026. Tribal Housing (PM-Janman Yojana): Under PM-Janman Yojana, the target was 12,489 houses for vulnerable tribal groups in the year 2024-25, out of which 3,129 houses including spillover were completed and Rs 11.05 crore was spent against the provision of Rs 163.99 crore. In the year 2025-26, as of November 20, 2025, out of 9,360 pending houses, 3,198 houses have been completed and work on 6,162 is in progress.
Kanya Lagan Sahay Yojana: An assistance of Rs 12,000 per bride is provided to families belonging to socially and educationally backward classes. According to the condition, the age of the bride should not be less than 18 years at the time of marriage and the age of the groom should not be less than 21 years and the annual income limit should be Rs 10,000. Rs 6.00 lakh. In the year 2024-25, 10,770 beneficiaries will be given Rs. 1,291.41 lakh and Rs. 6,46 lakh to the beneficiaries in the year 2025-26 (till October-2025). The assistance has been paid at a cost of Rs 775.63 lakh. Saraswati Sadhna Yojana: To reduce the dropout rate and go to school, Scheduled Caste girls studying in class 9 are provided free bicycles, with an annual income limit of Rs. 6.00 lakh has been fixed. 7. Public Distribution and Disaster Management (Other Sectors) Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana: Under this scheme, so far more than 43 lakh poor women of the state have been provided free gas connections. Decentralized District Plan and Discretionary Grant: A total provision of Rs 10 lakh has been approved under the Decentralized District Plan for the balanced development of districts in the financial year 2025-26. Rs 1,308.50 crore has been approved. Under the ‘discretionary provision’, 15 percent direct grant is allocated to the District Planning Board for minor and missing link works of local need, proposals for which are prepared by the Taluka Planning Committee. District Emergency Operation Center (DEOC): DEOCs are operational in all 33 districts of the state. After receiving administrative approval, permission has been given for construction of new emergency operation centers at recently formed district headquarters (like Vav-Tharad).8. Budgetary and Financial Position (State Finance) As per Statistical Sheet 16.1, the overall general budgetary position of the State (in Rs crore) is as follows: Rs 2,18,554.38 crore. All these figures and details show that the state is moving forward in a balanced manner on the path of social security, infrastructure development and economic growth. (Google Translate from Gujarati, see original report on the controversy)
