Uttar Pradesh Emerges as India’s Second-Largest Economy, Surpassing Tamil Nadu

New Delhi: In a remarkable milestone, Uttar Pradesh has clinched the spot as India’s second-largest economy, overtaking Tamil Nadu, reveals a report by soic.in, a trusted platform tracking economic trends. The state’s GDP share surged to 9.2%, moving UP from its earlier third-place position to secure this impressive ranking, trailing behind Maharashtra.

Under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s leadership, UP has witnessed a transformative journey. From curbing organized crime to advancing its industrial sector and catapulting from 14th to the second spot in ‘Ease of Doing Business,’ the state has made significant strides. Investments exceeding Rs 40 lakh crore through GIS 2023 are poised to generate over one crore job opportunities, bolstering UP’s economic landscape.

The state’s exports valued at nearly Rs 2 lakh crore, coupled with a notable increase in banks’ loan-deposit ratio to 56%, depict its thriving financial status. With a revenue surplus, employment rates soaring at 56%, and approximately 96 lakh MSME units established, UP is rewriting its developmental narrative.

Once considered a struggling state, Uttar Pradesh, often labelled as a BIMARU state, now stands at the forefront of India’s growth trajectory. These accomplishments position UP as a pivotal engine for national progress, paving the way toward its ambitious goal of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2027.