Lok Sabha Question No. 4552 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-20
Subject: Per Capita Income in Bihar
Ministry: STATISTICS AND PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION
Asked by: Shri Dinesh Chandra Yadav, Shri Giridhari Yadav

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF STATISTICS AND PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION

## LOK SABHA

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4552

TO BE ANSWERED ON 20.08.2025

## PER CAPITA INCOME IN BIHAR

4552.  SHRI DINESH CHANDRA YADAV: SHRI GIRIDHARI YADAV:

Will the Minister of STATISTICS AND PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION

be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the per capita income in the country is very low as compared to other developing countries of the world;
- (b) whether the per capita income in Bihar is very low i.e. at the lowest level as compared to other States; and
- (c) if so, the details of the steps being taken by the Government in this regard so as to increase the per capita income particularly in Bihar?

## ANSWER

MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF PLANNING AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF CULTURE (RAO INDERJIT

STATISTICS AND  PROGRAMME  IMPLEMENTATION;  MINISTER SINGH)

- (a) & (b): As per Provisional Estimates released on 30 th  May, 2025, per capita Net National Income (NNI) at current prices for the year 2024-25 is Rs. 2,05,324. Per capita income at current price in Bihar is Rs. 69,321 for the year 2024-25.
- (c): The Government has undertaken a range of measures to enhance per  capita  income  by  promoting  inclusive  growth  and  economic empowerment. Nationwide initiatives that focus on skilling, employment generation, entrepreneurship, and improving the ease of

doing business are designed to strengthen household livelihoods and create  sustainable  income  opportunities.  Key  reforms  such  as  the revised  income  tax  structure,  with  updated  slabs  and  rates,  are expected  to  increase  disposable  income,  particularly  for  the  middle class.  In  addition,  targeted  schemes  for  social  security,  poverty alleviation, and livelihood support are expected to improve standard of living across the country.

Specifically  for  Bihar,  the  Union  Government  has  extended  robust support through fiscal transfers, infrastructure investments, and sectoral  development  programs.  In  the  Union  Budget  2025-26,  the proposal  to  establish  a  dedicated  Makhana  Board  in  Bihar  aims  to enhance  production,  processing,  value  addition,  and  marketing  of makhana.  The  Board  will  provide  handholding,  training,  and  ensure farmers benefit from relevant government schemes. In alignment with the  'Purvodaya'  vision  for  Eastern  India,  the  budget  proposed  the establishment of a National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management in Bihar. This institute aims to boost food  processing  activities,  generate  value-added  income  for  farmers, and  create  skilling  and  employment  opportunities  for  youth.  Major infrastructure projects proposed in the budget, including a Greenfield airport  in  addition  to  financial  support  for  the  Western  Koshi  Canal project in Mithilanchal, are expected to significantly improve regional connectivity and stimulate economic activity. Together, these initiatives  reflect  a  comprehensive  approach  to  raising  per  capita income and fostering long-term development in Bihar.

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