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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.
