Country’s agriculture and allied sectors have witnessed a remarkable 225 percent rise in Gross Value Added at current prices, growing from 1,502 thousand crore rupees in 2011-12 to 4,878 thousand crore rupees in 2023-24, according to the National Statistics Office.

The Gross Value of Output at constant prices also rose 55 percent to 2,949 thousand crore rupees. The crop sector led contributions, making up over 54 percent of total GVO, with cereals and fruits & vegetables together accounting for over 52 percent. Paddy and wheat alone formed 85 percent of cereal GVO, with top contributions from Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Telangana, and Haryana.