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Tripura's Chief Minister Manik Saha has unveiled an ambitious economic roadmap at the NITI Aayog meeting in Delhi. The state aims to dramatically increase its per capita income from $2,300 to $23,000 by 2047, showcasing significant economic potential. With a strong focus on MSMEs, self-help groups, and green economy initiatives, Tripura is positioning itself as a key developmental model in the northeast region. The CM's vision aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's broader national development strategy.

Key Points: Tripura CM Saha Targets $23,000 Per Capita Income by 2047

  • Tripura aims to grow per capita income from $2,300 to $23,000 by 2047
  • State boasts 86,117 MSMEs and 60,318 Self-Help Groups
  • Green economy and startup ecosystem development planned
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Tripura's per capita income will be $23,000 by 2047, asserts CM Saha

Tripura's ambitious economic vision revealed at NITI Aayog meeting, highlighting growth, MSMEs, and green economy strategies

"Tripura is in the second position in the northeast region in GDP after Assam - CM Manik Saha"

New Delhi/Agartala, May 25

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Saturday said that the government has set a target to increase the state’s per capita income from the current $2,300 to $23,000 by 2047.

Addressing the 10th NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, the Chief Minister said emphasis was given on medical wellness, eco-tourism, IT knowledge, economy, resilient agriculture, rich history, cultural heritage and sports.

CM Saha recently, in a meeting in Agartala, said: "Tripura is in the second position in the northeast region in GDP after Assam. The state is in the second position in the region in per capita income after Sikkim. The huge untapped natural resources and vast environmental beauty of Tripura are a treasure, and the state government has been trying to effectively put them to use for the state.”

Addressing the NITI Aayog meeting on Saturday, he said that the state’s GDP growth of over 15 per cent during the last three years has indicated that this journey has commenced on an encouraging note.

The Chief Minister highlighting MSME and Informal Employment, said that, there are 86,117 Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Tripura.

The state has a strong base of 60,318 Self-Help Groups (SHGs) with 5,49,559 members and 94,723 Lakhpati Didis, Saha said.

Highlighting opportunities in green economy, circular economy, the Chief Minister stated that the government aimed to develop a state-specific green economy policy framework by adopting a whole-of-government and whole-of-society approach by inclusion of youth and women and develop a robust green start-up ecosystem.

The Chief Minister said: "I reaffirm Tripura’s unwavering commitment to the vision of 'Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat' under the inspiring leadership of the Prime Minister and the strategic guidance of NITI Aayog.”

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Ambitious target but achievable if infrastructure improves! Tripura has huge potential in eco-tourism - those untouched hills and tribal culture can be goldmines. Just need better connectivity from mainland India. Hope they focus on sustainable development, not just numbers.
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Priya M.
Good to see Northeast getting attention! But 23k USD seems unrealistic when even developed states aren't there yet. First fix basic issues - roads, electricity, healthcare. My cousin served as doctor in Agartala - said rural areas still lack facilities. Ground reality matters more than big numbers.
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Arjun S.
The SHG and Lakhpati Didi numbers are impressive! Women empowerment is key to real development. If Tripura can leverage its bamboo industry and organic farming properly, they might actually surprise us all. Northeast is India's future growth engine 🚀
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Sunita R.
Visited Tripura last year - beautiful state but tourism infrastructure is pathetic. No good hotels outside Agartala. Before dreaming of 23k, they should make it easier for Indians to visit! And please improve flight connectivity... had to travel via Kolkata which doubled the cost.
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Vikram J.
Why compare with Sikkim? Different geography, different challenges. Tripura has Bangladesh border which could be turned into trade advantage. Focus should be on cross-border commerce and agro-processing units. The green economy plan sounds promising if implemented properly.
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Neha P.
As someone from Northeast, I'm tired of hearing big promises. First give us proper internet speeds and stop treating us like some exotic tourism project. Development should benefit locals first - not just outsiders coming to see 'untouched beauty'. Let's talk about quality jobs, not just income numbers.

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