GDP increased 9.6 pc during 2006-07

By Staff

Published: Friday, February 1, 2008, 16:23 [IST]

New Delhi, Feb 1, 2008 : The GDP increased 9.6% during 2006-07 leading to over 14% increase in per capital income.

According to estimates released by Central Statistical Organization, improved growth in GDP has been achieved due to all-around improvement in mining, manufacturing and services sectors, which helped offset the slower growth in agriculture. While the agriculture sector grew by 3.8%, down from 6.1% in FY06, the manufacturing sector recorded a 12% growth.

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