Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu emerged as the top performers among large states in NITI Aayog’s Export Preparedness Index 2024. The index evaluates states’ export readiness based on infrastructure, business ecosystem, policy and governance, and export performance. Maharashtra ranked first, followed by Tamil Nadu and Gujarat, reflecting their strong trade infrastructure, supportive business environment, effective policy implementation, and robust export outcomes. By highlighting state-level strengths and gaps, the index guides policy decisions and promotes peer learning, aiming to enhance India’s overall competitiveness in global trade through targeted export strategies and regional economic planning.