Economic Survey 2025-26 Highlights Tamil Nadu’s Leadership in Manufacturing, Exports, and Green Energy
The Economic Survey of India (2025-26) provides significant recognition of Tamil Nadu's macroeconomic performance. The state recorded a real growth of 11.19% in 2024-25, driven by a robust manufacturing sector which grew at 14.74%. Tamil Nadu contributes 15% of India’s manufacturing employment, the highest in the country. The state has also doubled its merchandise exports to $52.07 billion in 2024-25. Furthermore, the Survey highlights Tamil Nadu's leadership in green energy, specifically noting the V.O. Chidambaranar Port as one of three green hydrogen hubs under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Key Points
- Tamil Nadu is the second-largest state economy in India with a real growth rate of 11.19%.
- The state leads in manufacturing employment (15%) and has a diversified industrial ecosystem in automobiles and electronics.
- Tamil Nadu and Telangana together account for nearly 40% of India's services output.
- The state is home to 17 institutions in the NIRF 2025 Top 100 Overall Rankings, the highest in India.
Exam Facts
- Tamil Nadu real growth (2024-25): 11.19%.
- Share of India's manufacturing employment: 15%.
- Merchandise exports (2024-25): $52.07 billion.
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