Meghalaya’s economic story is one of triumph, as Governor C.H. Vijayashankar declared during Monday’s assembly address that the state’s GDP has surged nearly twofold in seven years—from ₹29,508 crore in 2018 to ₹59,626 crore in 2025. This milestone, shared in the budget session, signals the power of sustained growth, people’s grit, and strategic planning.
With 9.66% GSDP growth in 2024-25, Meghalaya ranks second nationwide, just behind Tamil Nadu. It’s the sole state averaging 10% post-COVID growth for two years running, earning the governor’s label of ‘extraordinary achievement’.
‘Vision 2032’ charts the course: tripling the economy from 2022, boosting per capita earnings, and entering the top 10 for SDGs. The ‘Meghalaya Excellence Framework’ provides the tactical blueprint.
Momentum builds across farming, transport networks, electricity, hydration projects, investor lures, IT hubs, connectivity, and tourism hotspots. Parallel strides in healthcare, schooling, job creation, and safety nets strengthen the foundation. Notably, 15 aid-funded ventures over ₹12,000 crore, with global backing, advance roads, power, agrotech, springshed management, and travel infra.
Federal programs like PM-DEVIN enhance access and hospitality sectors. Private capital tops ₹1,800 crore, targeting ₹8,000 crore by 2032 to spawn 50,000 jobs. Governance upgrades via digital tools and deregulation foster openness and business ease.
India’s Economic Survey 2025-26 spotlighted Meghalaya’s grassroots climate resilience, including expansive spring inventories and preservation drives. Committed investments in basics, energy fixes, and eco-strategies will drive equitable wealth creation for generations.