Highlights of Economic Survey 2025-26

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Introduction 
The Andhra Pradesh Socio-Economic Survey 2024-25 is a comprehensive annual 
report documenting the state’s socio-economic transformation over the financial 
year. It provides a detailed analysis of macroeconomic trends, sectoral 
performances, and government initiatives to support evidence-based 
decision-making. Andhra Pradesh remains the 8th largest state in India, spanning 
1,62,970 sq. km, and is the 10th most populous, accounting for 4.09% of the 
national total. The state's sex ratio has improved to 997, surpassing the national 
average, while the literacy rate stands at 67.35%. This survey also outlines the 
Swarna Andhra Vision 2047, a long-term roadmap to transform the state into a 
globally competitive, wealthy, and healthy economy. 
 
1. Macroeconomic Aggregates and State Income 
? GSDP and Growth: The Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) for 2024-25 
at current prices is estimated at ?16,06,109 crores, reflecting a robust growth 
rate of 12.94%. 
? Sectoral Performance: At constant (2011-12) prices, the Agriculture & 
Allied sector is projected to grow by 10.70%, the Industry sector by 6.58%, 
and the Services sector by 8.53%. 
? Per Capita Income: The state's per capita income is estimated at ?2,68,653, 
which is significantly higher than the national average of ?2,00,162, indicating 
improved living standards. 
? Sector Contributions: The Services sector remains the largest contributor to 
the state's Gross Value Added (GVA) at 41.53%, followed by Agriculture at 
35.29% and Industry at 23.18%. 
 
2. Public Finance and Economic Stability 
? Revenue Sources: The state's revenue for FY 2024-25 (Revised Estimates) 
includes ?94,967 crores from Own Tax sources, ?7,018 crores from Own 
Non-Tax sources, and ?89,157 crores from Central Transfers. 
? Expenditure and Debt: Total expenditure (excluding debt repayments) is 
expected to reach ?2,49,418 crores. The total state debt is estimated to 
reach ?5,64,488 crores, representing 35.15% of the GSDP. 
? Deficits: The state faces a Revenue Deficit of ?48,311 crores and a Fiscal 
Deficit of ?73,362 crores for the 2024-25 period. 
? Inflation and Distribution: The state monitors essential commodity prices 
daily, with the Public Distribution System (PDS) serving 1.48 crore 
beneficiaries through 29,796 Fair Price Shops. 
 
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Introduction 
The Andhra Pradesh Socio-Economic Survey 2024-25 is a comprehensive annual 
report documenting the state’s socio-economic transformation over the financial 
year. It provides a detailed analysis of macroeconomic trends, sectoral 
performances, and government initiatives to support evidence-based 
decision-making. Andhra Pradesh remains the 8th largest state in India, spanning 
1,62,970 sq. km, and is the 10th most populous, accounting for 4.09% of the 
national total. The state's sex ratio has improved to 997, surpassing the national 
average, while the literacy rate stands at 67.35%. This survey also outlines the 
Swarna Andhra Vision 2047, a long-term roadmap to transform the state into a 
globally competitive, wealthy, and healthy economy. 
 
1. Macroeconomic Aggregates and State Income 
? GSDP and Growth: The Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) for 2024-25 
at current prices is estimated at ?16,06,109 crores, reflecting a robust growth 
rate of 12.94%. 
? Sectoral Performance: At constant (2011-12) prices, the Agriculture & 
Allied sector is projected to grow by 10.70%, the Industry sector by 6.58%, 
and the Services sector by 8.53%. 
? Per Capita Income: The state's per capita income is estimated at ?2,68,653, 
which is significantly higher than the national average of ?2,00,162, indicating 
improved living standards. 
? Sector Contributions: The Services sector remains the largest contributor to 
the state's Gross Value Added (GVA) at 41.53%, followed by Agriculture at 
35.29% and Industry at 23.18%. 
 
2. Public Finance and Economic Stability 
? Revenue Sources: The state's revenue for FY 2024-25 (Revised Estimates) 
includes ?94,967 crores from Own Tax sources, ?7,018 crores from Own 
Non-Tax sources, and ?89,157 crores from Central Transfers. 
? Expenditure and Debt: Total expenditure (excluding debt repayments) is 
expected to reach ?2,49,418 crores. The total state debt is estimated to 
reach ?5,64,488 crores, representing 35.15% of the GSDP. 
? Deficits: The state faces a Revenue Deficit of ?48,311 crores and a Fiscal 
Deficit of ?73,362 crores for the 2024-25 period. 
? Inflation and Distribution: The state monitors essential commodity prices 
daily, with the Public Distribution System (PDS) serving 1.48 crore 
beneficiaries through 29,796 Fair Price Shops. 
 
3. Agriculture, Horticulture, and Allied Activities 
? Agricultural Production: Agriculture supports 60% of the population. Total 
food grain production is estimated at 161.86 lakh tonnes, a 12.94% increase 
over the previous year. 
? Horticulture: Andhra Pradesh is the largest fruit producer in India, 
contributing 15.6% of the national output. 
? Livestock: The state ranks 1st in egg production, 5th in meat, and 7th in 
milk production nationally. 
? Fisheries: AP contributes 30% of national fish production and 31% of 
India’s shrimp exports. 
? Natural Farming: The APCNF programme has reached 9.53 lakh farmers, 
with plans to cover all Gram Panchayats by 2026-27. 
 
4. Industrial Growth and Infrastructure 
? Industrial Policy: The state has introduced the Industrial Development 
Policy (4.0) 2024-29 and the MSME & Entrepreneur Development Policy 
(4.0) to attract investments worth ?30 lakh crore. 
? Ease of Doing Business: Andhra Pradesh maintains its No. 1 rank in India 
for Ease of Doing Business. 
? Industrial Corridors: Development is active in the Visakhapatnam-Chennai 
(VCIC), Chennai-Bangalore (CBIC), and Hyderabad-Bangalore (HBIC) 
corridors. 
? Major Projects: The Polavaram Irrigation Project head works are 74.92% 
complete. The state has an installed power capacity of 27,392 MW. 
? Maritime Sector: The state is developing four new greenfield ports at 
Ramayapatnam, Machilipatnam, Mulapeta, and Kakinada Gateway. 
 
5. Social Infrastructure: Education and Health 
? Schooling: The state operates 58,572 schools with over 3 lakh teachers, 
maintaining a pupil-teacher ratio of 20:1 in primary education. 
? Student Welfare: The Dokka Seethamma Mid-Day Meal Programme 
benefits 27.97 lakh students and has been extended to Intermediate students. 
? Healthcare: AP achieved a Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) of 45 and an 
Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) of 24, both better than national averages. 
? Vaidya Seva: The Dr NTR Vaidya Seva Trust provides cashless healthcare 
to 1.43 crore families, covering 3,257 procedures. 
? Welfare Pensions: The NTR Bharosa Scheme provides monthly pensions 
of ?4,000 to the elderly and widows, and ?6,000 to disabled persons. 
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Introduction 
The Andhra Pradesh Socio-Economic Survey 2024-25 is a comprehensive annual 
report documenting the state’s socio-economic transformation over the financial 
year. It provides a detailed analysis of macroeconomic trends, sectoral 
performances, and government initiatives to support evidence-based 
decision-making. Andhra Pradesh remains the 8th largest state in India, spanning 
1,62,970 sq. km, and is the 10th most populous, accounting for 4.09% of the 
national total. The state's sex ratio has improved to 997, surpassing the national 
average, while the literacy rate stands at 67.35%. This survey also outlines the 
Swarna Andhra Vision 2047, a long-term roadmap to transform the state into a 
globally competitive, wealthy, and healthy economy. 
 
1. Macroeconomic Aggregates and State Income 
? GSDP and Growth: The Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) for 2024-25 
at current prices is estimated at ?16,06,109 crores, reflecting a robust growth 
rate of 12.94%. 
? Sectoral Performance: At constant (2011-12) prices, the Agriculture & 
Allied sector is projected to grow by 10.70%, the Industry sector by 6.58%, 
and the Services sector by 8.53%. 
? Per Capita Income: The state's per capita income is estimated at ?2,68,653, 
which is significantly higher than the national average of ?2,00,162, indicating 
improved living standards. 
? Sector Contributions: The Services sector remains the largest contributor to 
the state's Gross Value Added (GVA) at 41.53%, followed by Agriculture at 
35.29% and Industry at 23.18%. 
 
2. Public Finance and Economic Stability 
? Revenue Sources: The state's revenue for FY 2024-25 (Revised Estimates) 
includes ?94,967 crores from Own Tax sources, ?7,018 crores from Own 
Non-Tax sources, and ?89,157 crores from Central Transfers. 
? Expenditure and Debt: Total expenditure (excluding debt repayments) is 
expected to reach ?2,49,418 crores. The total state debt is estimated to 
reach ?5,64,488 crores, representing 35.15% of the GSDP. 
? Deficits: The state faces a Revenue Deficit of ?48,311 crores and a Fiscal 
Deficit of ?73,362 crores for the 2024-25 period. 
? Inflation and Distribution: The state monitors essential commodity prices 
daily, with the Public Distribution System (PDS) serving 1.48 crore 
beneficiaries through 29,796 Fair Price Shops. 
 
3. Agriculture, Horticulture, and Allied Activities 
? Agricultural Production: Agriculture supports 60% of the population. Total 
food grain production is estimated at 161.86 lakh tonnes, a 12.94% increase 
over the previous year. 
? Horticulture: Andhra Pradesh is the largest fruit producer in India, 
contributing 15.6% of the national output. 
? Livestock: The state ranks 1st in egg production, 5th in meat, and 7th in 
milk production nationally. 
? Fisheries: AP contributes 30% of national fish production and 31% of 
India’s shrimp exports. 
? Natural Farming: The APCNF programme has reached 9.53 lakh farmers, 
with plans to cover all Gram Panchayats by 2026-27. 
 
4. Industrial Growth and Infrastructure 
? Industrial Policy: The state has introduced the Industrial Development 
Policy (4.0) 2024-29 and the MSME & Entrepreneur Development Policy 
(4.0) to attract investments worth ?30 lakh crore. 
? Ease of Doing Business: Andhra Pradesh maintains its No. 1 rank in India 
for Ease of Doing Business. 
? Industrial Corridors: Development is active in the Visakhapatnam-Chennai 
(VCIC), Chennai-Bangalore (CBIC), and Hyderabad-Bangalore (HBIC) 
corridors. 
? Major Projects: The Polavaram Irrigation Project head works are 74.92% 
complete. The state has an installed power capacity of 27,392 MW. 
? Maritime Sector: The state is developing four new greenfield ports at 
Ramayapatnam, Machilipatnam, Mulapeta, and Kakinada Gateway. 
 
5. Social Infrastructure: Education and Health 
? Schooling: The state operates 58,572 schools with over 3 lakh teachers, 
maintaining a pupil-teacher ratio of 20:1 in primary education. 
? Student Welfare: The Dokka Seethamma Mid-Day Meal Programme 
benefits 27.97 lakh students and has been extended to Intermediate students. 
? Healthcare: AP achieved a Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) of 45 and an 
Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) of 24, both better than national averages. 
? Vaidya Seva: The Dr NTR Vaidya Seva Trust provides cashless healthcare 
to 1.43 crore families, covering 3,257 procedures. 
? Welfare Pensions: The NTR Bharosa Scheme provides monthly pensions 
of ?4,000 to the elderly and widows, and ?6,000 to disabled persons. 
 
6. Poverty, Employment, and Sustainable Goals 
? Poverty Index: The state’s Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) score 
improved to 0.025, with a headcount poverty ratio of 6.06% compared to 
14.96% nationally. 
? Labour Force: The unemployment rate for 2023-24 was 4.1%, while youth 
unemployment (ages 15-29) stood at 17.5%. 
? SDG Rankings: Andhra Pradesh ranks 9th nationally in the SDG India Index 
2023-24, ranking 1st in Affordable and Clean Energy. 
? Swarna Andhra Vision 2047: Targets include a GSDP of over “2.4trillion , 
per capita income exceeding” 42,000, and a zero poverty status through the P4 
(Public-People-Philanthropic Partnership) approach. 
 
Conclusion 
The 2024-25 Socio-Economic Survey paints a picture of a state in rapid transition, 
balancing high economic growth with deep-rooted social welfare commitments. 
While the state leads in sectors like clean energy, fisheries, and ease of doing 
business, challenges remain in addressing revenue deficits and enhancing 
learning outcomes in education. However, the strategic foundations laid out in the 
Swarna Andhra Vision 2047 provide a clear pathway toward achieving global 
competitiveness and zero poverty by the centenary of India's independence