8 Poorest States In India: Despite Being 3rd Most Populous This State Remains At Bottom; UP Ranks...

Let's explore the 8 poorest states in India, analyzing the reasons behind their economic struggles and the efforts being made to improve their conditions.

As one of the poorest states in India, Bihar has a per capita GDP of approximately Rs 46,000. According to 2011 census, Bihar is the third most populous country in India with a popualation of 104,099.

The state of Uttar Pradesh this state has the highest population in all of India, with a GDP per person of over Rs 65, 000.

Jharkhand is rich in minerals, yet its GDP per capita is only Rs 75, 000.

With a GDP per capita of roughly Rs 82, 000 the state is experiencing inadequate growth and poor infrastructure.

With a GDP per capita of approximately Rs 82, 000, the state faces sociopolitical and economic issues.

It features a high population density and a large number of marginalised communities, with a per capita GDP of approximately Rs 86, 000.

Madhya Pradesh, with a GDP per capita of Rs 98, 000 is grappling with low industrial growth and a large rural population.

Jammu and Kashmir, with a GDP per capita of Rs 1, 04, 000 has a 10% poverty due to its reliance on agriculture.