Economy Economic Growth of Tamil Nadu Context: Tamil Nadu has achieved a historic milestone by recording double-digit economic growth for the second consecutive financial year. According to recent data released by the Union Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Tamil Nadu recorded an economic growth rate of 10.83 percent in the 2025-26 financial year. In the preceding year, the state's growth rate stood at 11.19 percent. As of the current assessment, Tamil Nadu stands out as one of the states in India with the highest economic growth rates. This marks a significant milestone, as it is the first time in approximately 14 years that Tamil Nadu has achieved double-digit economic growth for two consecutive years. Comparison with National Growth State growth significantly higher than national average (7.4%) Reflects strong policy framework and economic resilience Five-Year Growth Performance Average growth (2021–22 to 2025–26): 9.07% Previous 5-year average (2016–17 to 2020–21): 5.21% Pre-COVID average: 7.18% GSDP Growth (Current Prices) Increased from ₹31.19 lakh crore (2024–25) to ₹35.29 lakh crore (2025–26) Nominal growth rate: 13.16% (fastest among States) Sector-wise Growth (2025–26) Secondary Sector (Industry): ~15% (main growth driver) Services Sector: ~8.5% Primary Sector (Agriculture): ~6% Per Capita Income Tamil Nadu's per capita income has now risen to ₹4.08 lakh. While the national average per capita income stands at ₹2.05 lakh Second highest after Karnataka (₹4.33 lakh) History & Culture Prehistoric Rock Art Site Rediscovered in Nilgiris Context: The Yaakai Heritage Trust has reported the re-discovery of a prehistoric rock painting site in the Nilgiris district. The site, situated near the famous rock art site of Vellarikombai village in Kotagiri, is sacred to Irula and Kurumba indigenous communities The newly identified site, known locally among tribal communities as ‘Oor Pare’, lies northwest of Vellarikkombai. The region is already known for important rock art…
