Economic Performances of Different States in India Post-Liberalisation (1991)
Southern States: Significant surge in per capita income.
Emerged as leading performers.
Uttar Pradesh and Bihar: Economic performance regressed post-bifurcation.
Western States: Maharashtra and Gujarat: Consistent strong performance.
Gujarat: Rapid growth since the early 2000s.
Northern States: Delhi and Haryana: Exceptional economic growth, driven largely by Gurugram.
Punjab: Initial advantage from the Green Revolution but experienced consistent decline.
Eastern States: Continued economic concerns; West Bengal fell from 3rd to 14th in per capita income rankings.
Rajasthan & Odisha: Turnaround post- liberalisation , though income growth was minimal.
Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh: Consistently low per capita income levels.
Growth Trends, Challenges, and Disparities
Notable differences in economic growth across regions.
Systemic issues hinder progress, particularly in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
Economic disparities widened between high-performing and struggling states.
Punjab's reliance on agriculture has slowed its industrial transition.
Focused strategies required to boost underperforming regions.
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