Raipur: Ahead of the presentation of the state budget, Chhattisgarh Finance Minister O.P. Chaudhary tabled the Economic Survey 2025–26 in the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly on Monday, painting an optimistic picture of the state’s economic trajectory.
According to the survey, Chhattisgarh is expected to record a 11.57% growth in Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) in 2025–26, with the size of the economy projected to touch ₹6.31 trillion. The survey credits sustained government investment, infrastructure expansion, and improved industrial activity for the robust outlook.
Presenting the document in Raipur, the finance minister said the state had already achieved a 10.50% growth rate in 2024–25, outperforming the national average. He described the projected expansion as a result of focused policies on agriculture, industry, and services.
Sector-wise Growth Outlook
The Economic Survey forecasts strong momentum across all three major sectors in 2025–26:
- Agriculture: 12.53% growth
- Industry: 10.26% growth
- Services: 13.15% growth
At constant prices, the overall growth rate is estimated at 8.11%. For 2024–25, agriculture grew by 11.76%, industry by 9.91%, and services by 10.08%, indicating broad-based economic strength.
Investment and Agriculture Drive
The survey highlights the positive impact of record paddy procurement, expansion of agro-based industries, and rising private investment in the services sector. These measures, the government said, have strengthened rural incomes while creating new employment opportunities.
Per Capita Income on the Rise
Chhattisgarh’s per capita income is projected at ₹179,244 in 2025–26, marking a 10.07% increase over the previous year. The state government attributes this rise to welfare schemes, rural development programs, and job creation initiatives.
Eyes on the Budget
The Economic Survey is widely seen as the foundation for the upcoming state budget, scheduled to be presented on February 24. With the ruling administration emphasizing growth alongside fiscal discipline, opposition parties and the public alike are closely watching how these projections translate into concrete policy measures.
The budget presentation is expected to outline strategies to convert the optimistic economic indicators into sustained, inclusive growth on the ground.