National Indicator Framework (NIF) by MoSPI monitors SDGs, supporting evidence-based policymaking.
Key progress includes reduced multidimensional poverty to 14.96%, increased renewable energy share to 25.97%, and improved municipal waste processing to 82.2%.
Other advancements cover gender parity in technical roles, rural drinking water access, and a decline in the national unemployment rate to 3.1%.
In Summary
National Indicator Framework (NIF), developed by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) in consultation with Ministries, NITI Aayog, UN agencies, etc. provides a comprehensive framework for monitoring SDGs and supports evidence-based policymaking and programme implementation.
Key Progress Highlighted in the Report
Progress Goal
Key Data Points
SDG 1 (No Poverty)
Multidimensional poverty declined to 14.96% (2019–21)
Gender budgeting allocation continued to rise
Social Protection: Coverage increased from 22.0% (2016) to 65.3% (2026).
SDG 2 (Zero Hunger)
Conserved genetic resources increased to 4.92 lakh plant, 3.62 lakh animal, and 105 fish accessions (2025–26).
SDG 5 (Gender Equality)
Gender Parity: Female-to-male ratio among professionals and technical workers improved from 48.7% (2023–24) to 51.3% (2025).
SDG 6 (Clean Water & Sanitation)
99.62% rural population had access to improved drinking water; 97% of wards achieved 100% door-to-door waste collection (2025–26).
SDG 7 (Affordable & Clean Energy)
Renewable energy share in installed power capacity reached 25.97% (2025–26).
SDG 8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth)
Recognised Start-up India startups increased to 49,429 (2025).
National unemployment rate sharply declined from 6.1% (2017-18) to 3.1% (2025).
SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities)
Municipal waste processing improved from 18% (2015–16) to 82.2% (2025–26).
SDG 15 (Life on Land)
Area of Ramsar sites as a percentage of total wetland area rose from 4.15% in 2016 to 8.66% in 2026.
SDG 16 (Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions)
95.67% population covered under Aadhaar; homicide rate declined to 1.98 per lakh (2024).
A unique 12-digit identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to all residents. It serves as proof of identity and address, and its linkage is often a prerequisite for accessing various government schemes and subsidies.
Ramsar sites
Wetlands of international importance designated under the Ramsar Convention, which are recognized for their ecological significance and require conservation and sustainable use.
Gender Parity
The state where women and men have equal rights, responsibilities, and opportunities. Achieving gender parity is a significant goal in social justice and development.
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