• April to June 2025 Article ID: NSS9410 Impact Factor:8.05 Cite Score:3 Download: 0 DOI: https://doi.org/ View PDf

    Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development: Pillars of Viksit Bharat @ 2047

      Dr. Rajkumar Nagwanshee
        Associate Professor, Department of Economics, Guru Ghasidas Central University, Bilaspur (CG)
      Dr. Ashvanee Kumar
        Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty), Government Naveen College, Kera, Shaheed Nand Kumar Patel University, Raigarh (CG)

Abstract:The Indian economy was ranked fifth in the world by nominal GDP in 2024. According to the latest IMF report, India's economy is projected to grow by about 6.4 percent in 2025-26. As the country looks ahead to 2047, when it will celebrate 100 years of independence, the vision of "Vikshit Bharat @2047" (Developed India) has emerged. With this vision, we are aiming to make India a high-income economy with a GDP of over $30 trillion. Here, among all these three sectors of the economy, agricultural development is essential. It is key to rural development, providing food, jobs, income, and supporting industries and infrastructure. Sustainable agriculture protects the environment and strengthens rural economies, making communities more resilient to climate change and market shifts. Agriculture boosts demand for goods and services by raising rural incomes, helping local economies grow, and ensuring long-term prosperity and well-being.This study discusses that the goal of Viksit Bharat can be achieved with the help of sustainable agricultural development before 2047. It also explores the importance of sustainable farmingpractices, managing water resources, improving soil health, and supportive government policies.