Bengaluru among India’s richest districts; Rangareddy tops the list

Rangareddy in Telangana has emerged as India’s richest district, while Bengaluru Urban stands among the top three in the Economic Survey 2024-25, highlighting rapid urban and economic expansion across major Indian cities.

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  • Rangareddy tops India’s richest districts; Bengaluru ranks third
  • Bengaluru’s tech ecosystem drives strong GDP per capita growth
  • Urban hubs like Gurugram, Noida, and Goa boost India’s economy

Rangareddy district in Telangana leads India’s wealth chart with a GDP per capita of ₹11.46 lakh, while Bengaluru Urban ranks among the top three, showcasing India’s urban growth momentum.

According to the Economic Survey 2024-25, Rangareddy district in Telangana has emerged as India’s richest district with a GDP per capita of ₹11.46 lakh, followed closely by Gurugram in Haryana and Bengaluru Urban in Karnataka. The report underlines how urban expansion, technology, and diversified industries are reshaping India’s economic geography.

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Bengaluru Urban, known as India’s Silicon Valley, ranked third with a GDP per capita of ₹8.93 lakh. The district’s growth is powered by its strong base in information technology, startups, biotechnology, and advanced manufacturing. Bengaluru’s cosmopolitan ecosystem, blending colonial-era charm with modern innovation, continues to attract global talent and investment. From sunrise treks at Nandi Hills to the greenery of Cubbon Park, the city balances economic progress with liveability.

The survey also highlighted that Bengaluru’s growth model, driven by tech-led employment, service diversification, and digital infrastructure, reflects the future of Indian cities transitioning into high-value economies.

At the top of the list, Rangareddy district owes its success to the IT, biotech, and pharmaceutical sectors, aided by improved infrastructure and industrial corridors. Gurugram, with a GDP per capita of ₹9.05 lakh, remains India’s corporate capital, housing multinational headquarters and luxury real estate.

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Other top-performing districts include Gautam Buddh Nagar (Noida), Solan, North and South Goa, Sikkim’s urban districts, Dakshina Kannada, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad, each representing regional strengths from tourism and trade to technology and finance.

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