Chhattisgarh charts ambitious 2047 growth vision to 15x GSDP, become services & IT hub
Aiming to boost its Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) nearly 14 to 15 times by 2047, the Chhattisgarh government with NITI Aayog, has unveiled an ambitious roadmap with a sharp focus on transforming the services sector and investing in its youthful demographic.
The vision document, titled 'Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision @2047', outlines the state's contribution to India's broader aspiration of becoming a $30 trillion economy by its 100th year of independence. The roadmap rests on three pillars: economic expansion, human development, and sustainable governance.
Describing the vision document as more than just a compilation of words, the Chief Minister stated, 'This is a firm resolution and a clear roadmap toward building a self-reliant, prosperous, and developed Chhattisgarh.
Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Developed India @2047' mission, this vision will guide the state to become one of India's leading developed states.'
State Finance and Planning Minister O P Choudhary elaborated on the structure and strategy of the Anjor Vision @2047, describing it as a multi-dimensional strategy for inclusive growth, governance reform, and investment promotion.
He noted the vision defines short-term (2030), medium-term (2035), and long-term (2047) goals across 13 socio-economic themes, including education, health, industry, infrastructure, logistics, agriculture, forest produce, investment, skills, IT & AI, tourism, culture, environmental conservation, and sustainability.
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'The vision includes over 200 proposed initiatives, backed by measurable indicators and policy frameworks, to ensure effective monitoring and implementation. It aims to double the state economy in the next five years, grow GDP 15-fold by 2047, and increase per capita income tenfold. Plans include the creation of 5,000+ smart villages, 10+ smart cities, and positioning Chhattisgarh as a leading IT hub,' Choudhary said.
Tripling the Services Sector
Currently, Chhattisgarh's economy is driven primarily by the industrial sector, which accounts for 45% of its GDP, followed by services (35%) and agriculture (20%). The new plan seeks to increase the services sector's contribution from 35% to 50% by 2047, identifying it as the engine for future growth.
Key proposals include rapid expansion of digital infrastructure, promotion of IT and AI-driven industries, and leveraging healthcare and education tourism.
Plans are underway to generate over 10,000 jobs in IT services, establish AI data centers, and invest in logistics and tourism development.
An excerpt from the report notes: 'The services sector is expected to expand rapidly, driven by growth in information technology, logistics, and tourism.'
A Youth-Driven Economy
With 41% of Chhattisgarh's population under 18, the report identifies youth as central to the development agenda.
Emphasis has been placed on higher education, vocational training, and youth empowerment. By 2025, premier institutions such as NIFT, NFSU, and NIELIT are expected to begin operations in the state, joining existing centers like IIT, IIM, AIIMS, and NIT.
In the longer term, the state aspires to attract institutes such as IISc, IISER, SPA, and NIPER, further strengthening its academic ecosystem.
Manufacturing Backbone and Infrastructure Push
While services are set to expand, the industrial sector will remain a cornerstone of the economy.
The state is a leading national producer of steel, cement, aluminum, and key minerals like coal and iron ore. Chhattisgarh alone contributes 30% of India's iron and steel, 20% of aluminum, and 12% of cement output.
However, the state continues to face infrastructure bottlenecks. As a landlocked region, lack of port access and low railway density remain challenges. Its road density (71 km per 100 sq. km) lags behind the national average (139 km).
To overcome this, the report advocates for multi-modal logistics corridors, new railway lines, and upgrading Raipur airport into an international hub.
Health, Happiness, and Sustainability
The document dedicates a major section to human development under the banner 'Swasth aur Sukhi Chhattisgarh' (Healthy and Happy Chhattisgarh). Key health targets include reducing infant mortality from 38 to below 5, and increasing life expectancy from 65 to 84 years by 2047.
The roadmap also emphasizes revitalizing tribal economies through sustainable use of the state's 44% forest cover. Proposed measures include promoting herbal farming, bamboo and honey clusters, and experiential tribal tourism—particularly around non-timber forest products (NTFPs).
The Road Ahead
To achieve the projected GSDP of Rs 76–78 lakh crore by 2047 (from the current ₹5.67 lakh crore), Chhattisgarh must double its economy four times in 23 years, maintaining an average annual growth of 12–13%.
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