On the occasion of the 19th Statistics Day, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released three major publications related to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), showcasing India’s progress toward achieving the global targets. The publications include the Sustainable Development Goals – National Indicator Framework (NIF) Progress Report 2025, Data Snapshot on SDGs – NIF Progress Report 2025, and the Sustainable Development Goals – NIF 2025.
Developed in consultation with concerned ministries, UN agencies, and other stakeholders, the SDG National Indicator Framework forms the backbone of India’s efforts to monitor and track SDG implementation at the national level. Each year, MoSPI releases these reports on June 29 to mark Statistics Day, providing critical insights and time-series data for policymakers, researchers, and the public.
The 2025 Progress Report presents comprehensive data from various government sources, reflecting substantial advances in multiple sectors. Among the highlights, the report notes a significant rise in social protection coverage, with 64.3% of the population now covered under social security schemes—up from 22% in 2016. Agricultural productivity has improved, with Gross Value Added per worker rising to ₹94,110 in 2024–25 from ₹61,247 in 2015–16. Access to improved drinking water in rural areas has reached 99.62%, and renewable energy’s share in total electricity generation has grown to 22.13%.
India’s waste management infrastructure has also seen a boost, with the number of recycling plants growing from 829 in 2019–20 to over 3,000 in 2024–25. The country’s entrepreneurial landscape is expanding rapidly, as reflected by the recognition of over 34,000 startups under the Start-up India initiative, up from just 453 in 2016.
The report also records progress in environmental sustainability and digital access. Forest cover has inched up to 21.76% of the total geographical area, while internet subscriptions have tripled from 302 million in 2015 to 954 million in 2024. The emissions intensity of GDP has reduced by 36% compared to 2005 levels, indicating a strong move toward a low-carbon economy. Additionally, the Gini coefficient—a measure of income inequality—has declined in both rural and urban areas, signalling improved income distribution.
These reports are publicly accessible on the MoSPI website and serve as valuable tools for tracking India’s commitments to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
