Economic survey says India could attain WHO doctor availability norms of 1:1000 by 2030
The Survey touched upon the UPF segment and stated that it has been built on high calories and involves food strategies, with misleading advertisements
The number of GCCs in India has increased exponentially to more than 1,700 in FY24, up from 1,430 in FY19
According to the Economic Survey 2024-25, its share in total GVA at current prices has risen from 50.6 per cent in FY14 to around 55 per cent in FY25
The survey noted that India's external debt has remained stable over the past few years
It suggested policy reforms to discourage overproduction of cereals while boosting output of pulses and edible oils
Economic Survey warns against dominance of financial markets
India's climate goals: More adaptation, less Chinese dependence
Increased global temperatures will exacerbate the frequency and severity of climate change impacts and the consequent losses
Making a case for Ease of Doing Business 2.0, the Survey said states need to remove prohibitions on women working in factory processes
Among precious metals, gold prices are expected to decrease, while silver prices are forecast to rise
To deal with the challenges, the Survey suggested that India needs to remain competitive and enhance its participation in global supply chains
It mentioned that electric mobility makes economic sense in a country like India, which imports most of its oil and has abundant renewable energy and coal, but there are challenges
Both govt, pvt companies should introduce AI over optimised period to minimise job loss
It discussed the medium- to long-term challenges in detail, which should guide policymaking
The first thing that stands out from the Survey is its realism when it comes to growth expectations
It also noted that the impulse from rural demand is expected to continue in the second half of the financial year
May be tasked with providing an impartial, objective assessment of regulatory processes and outcomes
Many investors that entered the market post-pandemic have never witnessed a significant and prolonged market correction, the Economic Survey 2025 said
The Survey, while underplaying the short-term outlook, takes a wider and long-term perspective on growth and presents a reform agenda in order to achieve the 2047 goal