Jammu and Kashmir Economic Survey Projects 5.82% Growth with Sectoral Diversification
The Jammu and Kashmir Economic Survey 2025-26 projects a real Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) growth of 5.82% and nominal GSDP reaching approximately Rs 2.86 lakh crore. Per capita income is estimated at Rs 1,68,243, growing faster than several northern states but remaining below the national average. The economy shows sectoral diversification, with primary, secondary, and tertiary sectors contributing 20.45%, 18.52%, and 61.02% respectively. Inflation declined to 3.8% in 2025, and unemployment fell to 6.1%. The survey also highlights that only 23.81% of J&K's hydropower potential has been harnessed, with ongoing infrastructure improvements under government schemes.
First-hand measurement across 7 sources
We measured how 7 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 9%, Centre 86%, Right 5%). Overall sentiment is positive (70/100). Lens Score 34/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, indianexpress, thetribune, thetribune, indianexpress, theprint, thestatesman. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
All 7 outlets scored close to centre on political lean. The real divergence here is in emphasis, not lean — compare the headlines below to see how each outlet chose to frame the same facts.
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thestatesman broke this story on 5 Feb, 09:24 am. Other outlets followed.