Assam witnesses significant reduction in poverty, over 80 lakh people escape poverty in three years

Assam’s poverty headcount has seen a remarkable decline of 25 percent in the last three years, according to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, referencing data from NITI Aayog. Over 80 lakh individuals in the state have emerged from poverty, marking what Sarma describes as Assam’s “most prosperous era in modern history.”

Key Points:

– Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlights a substantial reduction in the poverty headcount in Assam, citing NITI Aayog data.
– More than 80 lakh people in the state have successfully transitioned out of poverty, showcasing the positive impact of welfare initiatives.
– Sarma emphasizes the state’s current trajectory of rapid growth, envisioning Assam as one of the top five contributing states to nation-building.
– The National Multi-Dimensional Poverty Index (MPI) provided by NITI Aayog reveals a notable drop in the poverty headcount ratio from 36.97 percent in 2013-14 to 14.47 percent in 2022-23.
– The MPI assesses poverty prevalence based on 12 indicators, including nutrition, child and adolescent mortality, school attendance, cooking fuel, sanitation, assets, and bank accounts.

Sarma underscores the success of welfare initiatives, contributing to the positive transformation of the state’s economic landscape. The data reflects Assam’s commitment to sustained development and its significant strides in alleviating poverty.