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India Today
15-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Northeast improves on hunger, poverty parameters, a decade after Act East
The Northeast region is making good progress overall in poverty reduction, eliminating hunger, providing education, gender equality and providing clean water and sanitation to the people of the eight states — the seven sisters and Sikkim — according to a report released by the Niti Aayog and the Ministry of Development of the North Eastern Region (MoDoNER). The North East Region's Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index for 2023-24, shows that 103 districts, accounting for 85% of the region's 121 districts surveyed, are 'Front Runners'. This is a significant rise from 2021-22, when 62%, or 64, of the 103 districts surveyed were clasified as 'Front Runners'.advertisementThe report reveals that Achiever districts in the Northeast have increased from 12 in 2021-22 to 26 in the latest districts are categorised based on their progress as Achievers (those that have met the target), Front Runners (close to meeting the target), Performers (showing moderate progress), and Aspirants (requiring more focused attention). The NER's SDG Index used 84 indicators to evaluate progress in areas like poverty, hunger, and in the 'poverty' category, the number of Aspirant districts has seen a sharp decline, dropping from 20 to just 3. Similar was the case under 'zero hunger' category, where Aspirant districts have dropped from 21 to just Water and Sanitation (SDG 6) has 114 Front Runner districts, up from 81, driven by initiatives like the Jal Jeevan Equality (SDG 5) progressed, with 112 districts as Front Runners, up from 71. Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7) doubled its Achiever districts to 14, indicating better access to electrification and clean cooking MIZORAM, TRIPURA DISTRICTS IN TOP 10Three districts each from Nagaland, Mizoram, and Tripura, and one from Sikkim made it to the list of Top 10 districts on the NER's SDG Index for all districts in Mizoram and Tripura emerged as 'Front Runners'. Hnahthial in Mizoram led with a score of performed well on a slew of parameters, such as gender equality (SDG 5), clean water and sanitation (SDG 6), decent work and economic growth (SDG 8), and sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11), among eight districts, all Front Runners, showed consistent progress in infrastructure (SDG 9) and reduced inequalities (SDG 10), with Gomati ranking fourth overall at PERFORMANCES VARY IN THE NORTH EAST REGIONAssam, with 89% of its 33 districts as Front Runners, is strong in Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), led by Dibrugarh. In the NER District SDG Index 2021-22, Assam had 31 districts assessed, with 19 districts (61%) classified as Front six districts, all Front Runners, performed well in Quality Education (SDG 4).advertisementTripura showed strength in Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG 9) and Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10).Arunachal Pradesh, with 59% Front Runners, lagged in Climate Action (SDG 13), while Meghalaya struggled with Quality Education (SDG 4).NORTHEAST STILL LAGS BEHIND ON SOME INDICATORSThough there has been a significant improvement overall, there are still many districts in the Northeast that lag on several Action (SDG 13) has 49 districts in the Aspirant category, signalling weak environmental Consumption and Production (SDG 12) saw Front Runner districts drop from 67 to Inequalities (SDG 10) also weakened, with Aspirant districts rising from 12 to MANIPUR SEES 75% FRONT RUNNERSManipur, marked by ethnic tensions since May 3, 2023, showed a mixed its 16 districts, 75% are Front Runners. The state performed well in Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6), Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11), and Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions (SDG 16).Imphal West was ranked the top Noney and Pherzwl districts were ranked national schemes and local efforts have driven gains, challenges like climate resilience, inequality, and incomplete data collection require targeted coverage has grown from 103 districts in the first edition to 121 in the latest, data gaps in newly created and remote districts remain. Only filling these gaps can present a complete picture of the entire Northeast report, released with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), assessed 121 of 131 districts across eight states on 15 of the 17 SDG districts were excluded, seemingly because they were either newly created or located in remote areas. Of these, five districts were from Nagaland, which were formed in 2021 and 2022. One district was excluded from Meghalaya, two districts were excluded from Assam, and two districts were excluded from Arunachal only 15 SDGs were considered for the region because SDG 14 (Life Below Water) may not be applicable to the landlocked region, and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) may have limited relevance at the district level due to its focus on global cooperation and resource mobilisation.- EndsMust Watch
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Mizoram shines in NITI Aayog's SDG Index; Hnahthial Ranks first in Northeast
Aizwal (Mizoram) [India], July 9 (ANI): Mizoram has emerged as one of the top-performing states in the NITI Aayog's North Eastern Region SDG Index 2023-24, with all 11 districts achieving 'Front Runner' status. Among them, Hnahthial district leads the entire Northeast region with a score of 81.4, followed closely by Champhai at 79.8, according to an official statement. In the SDG Index, districts scoring between 65 and 99 are classified as Front Runners. This milestone reflects Mizoram's significant progress in areas such as health, education, gender equality, clean water, and sustainable communities, the statement read. Mizoram is among just three states, alongside Sikkim and Tripura, where every district made it to the Front Runner category. The index is the first district-level tool for tracking progress on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Northeast. Despite overall regional progress, NITI Aayog noted slight declines in clean energy, inequality reduction, and responsible consumption. Still, Mizoram's consistent performance places it at the forefront of sustainable development efforts in the region. Meanwhile, in Uttarakhand, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the state has secured the first position in the country in the 2023-24 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) index released by NITI Aayog. Addressing a public gathering in Haridwar, CM Dhami said, 'I am pleased to inform you that, in the 2023-24 index of the Government of India's NITI Aayog, Uttarakhand has ranked first in the entire country in achieving the goals of sustainable development.' Highlighting the state's progress, Dhami credited the achievement to Uttarakhand's balanced growth approach. (ANI)
Indian Express
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
State saw growth in sustainable development goals: CM Adityanath
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said Uttar Pradesh has made remarkable progress on Sustainable Development Goals, improving its SDG score from 42 in 2018-19 to 67 in 2023-24 and elevating from 'Performer' to 'Front Runner' category. He said the state also climbed 11 spots from the 29th position to the 18th on the national SDG Index, recording the 'most significant' improvement by any state during this period, according to an official statement issued after a high-level meeting. 'This is the result of clear policy direction, effective implementation of schemes, and active public participation,' Adityanath said. This achievement is not just about improved scores, it reflects real change reaching the last person in society, he said. The CM highlighted the crucial role of state-run schemes such as 'Har Ghar Jal', 'Har Ghar Bijli', 'Kanya Sumangala', 'Poshan Abhiyan', 'Mukhyamantri Arogya Yojana', 'Mission Shakti', 'Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana', 'Mission Kayakalp', and 'One District One Product' in achieving SDGs at the grassroots level. —With PTI Inputs
Hindustan Times
08-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
UP made remarkable progress on SDGs, saw 25-point jump in score over in 5 years: Adityanath
Lucknow, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said Uttar Pradesh has made remarkable progress on Sustainable Development Goals, improving its SDG score from 42 in 2018-19 to 67 in 2023-24 and elevating from 'Performer' to 'Front Runner' category. UP made remarkable progress on SDGs, saw 25-point jump in score over in 5 years: Adityanath He said the state also climbed 11 spots from the 29th position to the 18th on the national SDG Index, recording the "most significant" improvement by any state during this period, according to an official statement issued after a high-level meeting. "This is the result of clear policy direction, effective implementation of schemes, and active public participation," Adityanath said. This achievement is not just about improved scores, it reflects real change reaching the last person in society, he said. The CM highlighted the crucial role of state-run schemes such as 'Har Ghar Jal', 'Har Ghar Bijli', 'Kanya Sumangala', 'Poshan Abhiyan', 'Mukhyamantri Arogya Yojana', 'Mission Shakti', 'Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana', 'Mission Kayakalp', and 'One District One Product' in achieving SDGs at the grassroots level. He said these schemes have improved the lives of people and strengthened trust in the system. Reaffirming the state government's commitment to girls' education and women's safety and empowerment, Adityanath said schemes like 'Mission Shakti' have created greater social awareness. Primary schools are being equipped with better basic facilities, he said. He underlined that access to healthcare and nutrition, especially in rural areas, has improved. The chief minister directed officials to implement the SDGs in mission mode at the grassroots level. Information about all schemes must reach gram panchayats and their benefits should reach the intended beneficiaries in a timely manner. Achieving SDG targets is a shared responsibility of every department, district and panchayat, he said. Adityanath underscored the importance of accurate and timely data collection, stating that true progress can only be measured with reliable data and directed officials to prepare and publish SDG profiles for all districts. "Data is not just a record, it is the foundation of policy decisions. Inaccurate or incomplete data neither reflects the real picture nor helps in effective planning," he said. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
India Today
07-07-2025
- Business
- India Today
India among top 100 meeting UN's Sustainable Development Goals. But challenges remain
For the first time ever, India is among the top 100 countries in the Sustainable Development Goals Index. Ranking 99th out of 167 countries now, India has come far. It was 110th in 2016, the year India's ranking began. Sustainable development goals are a set of 17 global targets adopted by the United Nations in 2015 to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all — by JUST IN TOP 100India, according to the 2025 report, is also among the top five G20 countries showing the fastest progress between 2015 and 2024. India recorded a 7.6 point improvement during this period, tying with Indonesia, and just behind Saudi Arabia, which saw an 8.1 point gain. The G20 average is calculated using data from 19 individual countries, excluding the aggregated scores for the European Union and the African Union. However, what are the major challenges India still faces?MAJOR ISSUESThe SDG Index monitors 17 global goals spanning areas such as poverty, hunger, health, education, gender equality, and climate action. For India, food security remains a major concern, with the goal of Zero Hunger showing persistent challenges and a stagnating like malnutrition, unequal food access, and agrarian distress continue to impede progress, particularly in rural and tribal areas. In addition, sectors like Good Health and Well-Being, Gender Equality, Sustainable Cities and Communities, Life Below Water, Life on Land, and Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions — all pose major challenges, with trends either stagnating or only moderately increasing. These remain critical areas where India needs to accelerate its efforts to meet the 2030 targets. Areas where India has witnessed notable progress but have significant challenges include Clean Water and Sanitation, Affordable and Clean Energy, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure, Reduced Inequalities, and Responsible Consumption and Production. These sectors show either moderately increasing or stagnating trends. Among them, Reduced Inequalities stands out with a positive trajectory, as it is considered on track or maintaining achievement, reflecting sustained progress in addressing are other sectors where India sees challenges, such as No Poverty, Quality Education, and Climate Action. The country is considered on track or maintaining achievement in No poverty, reflecting improvements. Quality Education shows a moderately increasing trend, pointing to gradual improvements in enrolment and learning outcomes. However, Climate Action remains a pressing concern, with the report indicating a declining trend.- EndsMust Watch
