**Summary:**
In response to Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 4552, addressed on August 20, 2025, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation addressed concerns regarding per capita income, specifically in comparison to other developing nations and within the Indian state of Bihar.
The Minister of State (Independent Charge) Rao Inderjit Singh reported that the provisional estimate for per capita Net National Income (NNI) at current prices for the year 2024-25 is Rs. 2,05,324. In Bihar, the per capita income at current prices for the same period is Rs. 69,321.
The government is undertaking several nationwide initiatives to increase per capita income, including those focused on skilling, employment generation, entrepreneurship, and improving the ease of doing business. Tax reforms, including revisions to income tax slabs and rates, aim to increase disposable income. Targeted schemes for social security, poverty alleviation, and livelihood support are also in place.
Specific to Bihar, the Union Government provides support through fiscal transfers, infrastructure investments, and sectoral development programs. The Union Budget 2025-26 proposes the establishment of a dedicated Makhana Board to enhance makhana production, processing, and marketing, along with training and access to government schemes for farmers. A National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management is proposed for Bihar, aligning with the 'Purvodaya' vision for Eastern India, to boost food processing and create employment opportunities. Infrastructure projects, including a Greenfield airport and financial support for the Western Koshi Canal project, are aimed at improving regional connectivity and stimulating economic activity in Bihar.
Key Entities Referenced
Bihar: A state in India with a low per capita income as compared to other states.
Dinesh Chandra Yadav: Member of Parliament who raised a question about per capita income in Bihar.
Giridhari Yadav: Member of Parliament who raised a question about per capita income in Bihar.
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation: The Government of India ministry responsible for statistics and programme implementation.
Rao Inderjit Singh: Minister of State Independent Charge of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation; Minister of State Independent Charge of the Ministry of Planning and Minister of State in the Ministry of Culture.
Union Budget 202526: The budget which included proposals for the establishment of a dedicated Makhana Board and a National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management in Bihar.
Makhana Board: A proposed board in Bihar aimed to enhance the production, processing, value addition, and marketing of makhana.
National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management in Bihar: A proposed institute in Bihar aimed to boost food processing activities and generate value-added income for farmers.
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
STATISTICS AND PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION; MINISTER OF
STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF PLANNING AND
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF CULTURE (RAO INDERJIT
SINGH)
(a) & (b): As per Provisional Estimates released on 30th 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 ofdoing 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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