Bihar: Consistently ranked among the poorest, Bihar struggles with limited access to education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
Jharkhand: Despite mineral wealth, Jharkhand faces challenges like inadequate growth and limited opportunities for income generation.
Uttar Pradesh: The most populous state, Uttar Pradesh grapples with poverty, malnutrition, and a lack of basic amenities in many areas.
Chhattisgarh: This state confronts issues like inadequate infrastructure and limited access to quality education and healthcare.
Arunachal Pradesh: While data collection can be challenging, surveys suggest Arunachal Pradesh may have a high percentage of the population living below the poverty line.
Manipur: Manipur has a complex relationship with alcohol consumption, and while there are restricted consumption zones, black market availability and poverty are intertwined.
Assam: Limited economic progress and a history of social unrest contribute to poverty in Assam.
Madhya Pradesh: A tribal state with a large rural population, Madhya Pradesh faces challenges in education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.
Meghalaya: While not always on every list, Meghalaya faces inadequate growth and limited infrastructure, contributing to poverty.
Disclaimer: This content including advice gives generic information only and is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Source: Niti Ayog
Odisha: While economic growth is on the rise, Odisha still has a significant population below the poverty line, particularly in rural areas.