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Century to fulfill Dreams?: Revolt of 1857 Independence 1947, TwentyFive USD Trillion Economy Dream by 2047!”Reaching To Riches: India’s $25 Trillion Dream Over another Century?
India has set an ambitious goal to become a $25 to $35 trillion economy by 2047, marking its 100th year of independence. However, achieving sustained growth over the next 24 years requires consistently:
1. GDP Growth Arithmetic: India’s GDP in 2022-23 stands at $3.3 trillion, with a growth rate of 10.9%. This growth trajectory is sufficient to reach $25 trillion by 2046-47. However, currency depreciation against the USD must be factored in.
2. Depreciation Factor: Assuming a 2% annual depreciation of the rupee, the current growth rate aligns with a $25 trillion GDP. At 4.2% depreciation, the required growth rate is 13.2%.
3. Structural Challenges : The economy’s structure needs transformation. Agriculture, despite contributing only 18% to GDP, employs 45% of the workforce. Manufacturing and services sectors also require technological advancements.
4. Productivity Boost: Total Factor Productivity TFP contributed significantly to post-COVID growth. Public sector investment and productivity improvements played a crucial role.
India’s journey toward a $25 trillion economy involves challenges, but We Have Done It Before… strategic planning and innovation can pave the way for success.
Originally published on LinkedIn on 2024-07-12 12:40:30: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn%3Ali%3Ashare%3A7217508120044969987
